When Chicago native Traci N. Todd was born, her father decided her initials should stand for dynamite, just like his. He raised her on Ray Charles and Nina Simone, and her mother read her every good book. Traci grew up to become a children's book editor and currently lives in Jackson Heights, Queens where she writes, edits, and listens to Ray Charles and Nina Simone, while her partner draws comic books.
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A stunning exploration of the history of Black Americans by award-winning picture book team Traci N. Todd and Vashti Harrison. The world is forever changed because you are here. At once honest and empowering, That You Are Here Is No Small Thing is a... SEE MORE