A History of Me: available now!
Entertainment Weekly!
Thank you Lacey Vorrasi-Banis and Isaiah Johnson!
This definitely made me cry.
March-April 2022
More to come!
Publisher's Preview: 5 Questions for me!
The Horn Book
"Teachers know that what they teach is important, but how they teach it is just as important."
A Black History Month Celebration of Children's Literature
The BROWN BOOKSHELF: 28 DAYS LATER
Adrea’s passion for the holistic well-being of children is evidenced through her work at a child advocacy center, where she serves children who have been abused and neglected, as well as in her poignantly crafted stories for young readers.
A fellow children's author asks the questions!
Helen Ishmurzin: Author Spotlight
A History of Me (illustrated by Erin K. Robinson) is a powerful and inspiring story of a young brown-skinned girl who looks back in history and sees her female ancestors gaining more and more control over their own lives and destinies as each generation experiences more freedom than the one before.
Erin K. Robinson and I talk about our book!
GirlTalk HQ: interview
"Adrea's poetic text is matched perfectly by Erin K. Robinson's impactful digital artwork."
Five questions for the author (ME!)
Black Children's Books and Authors
"Our heritage is not just the struggle, but the strength, resilience, creativity, intelligence and many other gifts that our ancestors have passed down."