Barbara Binns grew up on Chicago’s south side and now lives and writes in a suburb of the city. She frequently contributes to the Almanac of Arlington Heights, a quarterly publication in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Her debut middle grade novel is Courage. She speaks to students, teachers, and librarians across the country at conferences and other events. Visit her website at www.babinns.com or follow her on Twitter @barbarabinns.
“Absorbing and powerful tale. Reminiscent of Chris Crutchter’s
Whale Talk. An auspicious debut and a compelling read that
will prompt important discussions about police brutality, racism,
and economic inequity.” — School Library Journal
“Courage is exactly what the title advertises: the tale of a brave
child navigating the rough waters of adolescence and family trauma
despite the natural fears we all have. Dive into this touching
story ASAP!” — Lamar Giles, Two-Time Edgar Award Nominee
“Anger, injustice, bullying, jealousy, and shame develop into
trust, passion, and forgiveness within a family and a community in
this fast-moving book. A mirror to urban black readers, a window to
everyone else, Courage might even teach you something about
diving.” — Patricia Hruby Powell, Author of The Robert F. Sibert
Honor Book Josephine: The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker
“A solid addition with a multifaceted look at the urban
experience.” — Kirkus Reviews
“Binns’ first middle grade-novel uses its Chicago backdrop to
thoughtfully showcase common but underexplored issues of family and
community, with an ending that is hopeful and well deserved.” —
Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“This novel successfully tackles the realities of homelessness,
police intimidation and violence, and racism, and it ultimately
demonstrates that forgiveness requires courage.” — Publishers
Weekly
“Sure to spark thought-provoking discussion among young readers.” —
Horn Book Magazine
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