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“A compelling bicontinental story of kinfolk, uniquely illustrated by an artist who’s lived the experience.”

—Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

“A salient reminder that love and connection transcend difference and distance.”

—Publishers Weekly, Starred Review

“Though they’ve never met, two cousins — a boy in Lagos and a girl in Milan — celebrate the many things they have in common in this ebullient picture book by the Nigerian Italian illustrator, textile designer and New Yorker cover artist.”

—The New York Times

Olu and Greta

Written by Diana Ejaita
Illustrated by Diana Ejaita
Published by Rise x Penguin Workshop

Olu lives in Lagos, Nigeria; his cousin, Greta, lives in Milan, Italy. Though their lives may be different, their ways of living and playing are quite similar. They both roller skate; they both skip down the street; they both play with toy trains, trucks, and boats… and they both dream of meeting and being together.

Debut author-illustrator Diana Ejaita references her own childhood and heritage to create a rich, poignant, and authentic portrayal of Nigeria, of Italy, and of the unity of childhood.

Primary ISBN: 9780593384909
Publication Date: February 2022
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book , Age 03 or older

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Setting: Nigeria (Lagos), Italy (Milan)

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Home Country, 1st Generation

Book Creator(s) Connection to the Community Represented: Own Voices/Lived Experience

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