Jacqueline Woodson

Brown Girl Dreaming

Brown Girl Dreaming is the unforgettable story of Jacqueline Woodson’s childhood. As an African American, Woodson lived through some turbulent times in the wake of the Civil Rights movement, during which she discovered the first sparks of her incredible, lifelong gift for writing. The book is packed with wonderful reflections on family and place, in a way that will appeal to readers from 11 to adult. Emotionally charged and touching, every line is the story of one girl’s search to find her voice, identity, and place in the world. Brown Girl Dreaming has been on the US best seller list for almost a decade, winning every major accolade including the prestigious Newbery Honor Award. It is now available to readers in the UK.

Format: Kindle Edition, Audiobook, Hardcover, Paperback & Audio CD

Paperback: 384 Pages

Language: English

 

3/5
Reviewed By Reviewed By Violeta Nedkova
“A powerful novel in verse that is full of heart and intellect. The themes it touches on are just so important, everyone should read it.”