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“With joyful expressions and rich reds, soft pinks, and imagery filled with hearts and sparkles, the art radiates warmth and familial connection. Back matter provides the origins and native translations of the proverbs and a note from the author, rounding out this uplifting tribute to family, love, and African wisdom.”

—Booklist

“This valuable picture book will help children learn about and understand traditional
African wisdom and heritage.”

—School Library Journal

Where There Is Love: A Story in African Proverbs

Written by Shauntay Grant
Illustrated by Letícia Moreno
Published by Penguin Workshop

Taking place over the course of a summer day, we follow a young girl as she and her family gather at her nana’s house for a get-together where lessons are shared, food is prepared, and lifelong memories are created.

Told in African proverbs, Where There Is Love explores the importance of familial bonds and their lasting impact while presenting proverbs to inspire readers long after the story ends. Throughout the book, Nana’s house provides a safe space for our protagonist to make mistakes, learn lessons, and most importantly, find and feel love.

Primary ISBN: 9780593659939
Publication Date: December 2025
Available As: Hardcover, eBook
Picture Book, Age 04 or older

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Setting: United States

Character's Place in the Immigration Journey: Unknown Arrival

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

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