This is such an empowering book. Dark-skinned girls who feel insecure about their image will get so much from this book, but I see the message reaching many more people. I love the dialogue between the two sisters, and how relatable the older sister’s story is to what her little sister is feeling. I love the fantasy aspect in this story through the inclusion of the magic mirror. I can see young readers being taken on that beautiful journey with sisters. I also thought the illustrations were well done. Great job to the author.
About To Love Me Is To Love the Skin I'm In
Deja feels uncomfortable in her skin. Because she does not see women in the media who look like her, she does not appreciate her own beauty. With the help of her older sister and her magic mirror, Deja goes on an adventure where she learns about accomplished, beautiful dark-skinned women. Through this journey, she begins to love and accept herself. Stephanie Carter wrote this book to help young children of all backgrounds appreciate their natural beauty and know their achievements are not limited by the way they look. It is Stephanie’s hope that this book will also spark conversation about colorism, acceptance and self-love.
Praises About This book
5/5
This book is a must read for children struggling with their image
Crystel Patterson - Amazon Review
5/5
Know your worth!
Bosslady - Amazon Review
5/5
Inspirational Read
Monica - Amazon Review
ABOUT Stephanie Carter
Stephanie Carter is a first-time author with a background in Civil Engineering. She resides in California’s Inland Empire with her mothers, two younger sisters, and two nephews.
Stephanie’s passion for writing began as a young girl in high school where she learned about the art and movement of writing poetry and essays.
PRODUCT DETAILS
Release Date:August 1, 2021
Pages: 43
Reading age: 8 – 11
ISBN 10: 0578908107
ISBN 13: 978-0578908106