About the Book
Title: Crowned with Glory
Author: Dorena Williamson
Illustrator: Shellene Rodney
Genre: Inspirational for Kids
Publisher: WaterBrook Kids, 40 pp
Release Date: February 8, 2022
An ode to Black hair and Black girl joy, this joy-filled rhyming picture book invites young readers into the world of a young Black girl as she rocks her God-given beauty.
Hello, world! I’m a gift from above.
I already know that I am loved.
Gazing around with a great big grin—
there’s a whole wide world for me to take in.
From the hair on her head to the tips of her toes, Azira knows that she is awesome! And whether it’s styled in twists, curls, braids, Bantu knots, a textured bun, or left totally natural, her hair is just one of the countless things that helps Azira celebrate who God made her to be. She’s able to live out a beautiful story because God has crowned her with glory—and Azira wants you to do the same!
Young readers will be inspired by this empowering, uplifting reminder to always be and love who God created them to be.
Purchase your copy here!
About the Author
Dorena Williamson is a speaker, church planter, and bridge builder whose work has been featured in Christianity Today and Crosswalk. She is a bestselling author of children’s books that adults need too. She and her husband, Chris, have four children and make their home in Franklin, Tennessee.
Connect with her on Instagram: @dorenawilliamson
My Review
Crowned with Glory
By Dorena Williamson
Rating: 4/5
Such an important and inspiring story for young black girls! I was immediately drawn to the incredible illustrations, and I fell in love with the beautiful writing. Azira’s story is an uplifting, positive message about embracing who you are and how God has made you especially when it comes to our differences. This powerful message is wrapped in kid-friendly poetry and eye-catching illustrations!
Highly recommend for all young girls!
My thanks to the author and publisher for providing me with an ARC of the book. All opinions expressed here are entirely my own. No positive review was expected and no compensation received.
