A Book of People Like Me

By HarperCollins Children’s Books, Illustrated by Joelle Avelino

Kenny is on a journey of discovery! He likes riding his bike, the colour purple and, best of all, his dog, Ketchup. Is there anyone else in the world like him?

Making friends, favourite foods, dreaming big – Kenny thinks about all the things he likes, and on the way he meets lots of friends and discovers fun things about them.

Full of interesting details about today’s world, A Book of People Like Me is told in a naturally inclusive way with richly coloured illustrations from a rising star in children’s books. This inspiring story helps young readers think about identity and belonging and celebrates all the little things that bring people together.

Format: Paperback
Ageband: from 4
Release Date: 01 Aug 2024
Pages: 32
ISBN: 978-0-00-862216-9
Joelle Avelino is a Congolese and Angolan Illustrator who grew up in the United Kingdom. She is particularly motivated by the need for people from all races and backgrounds to see themselves in the world around them. So far, Joelle has worked on several titles including Hey You! An Empowering Celebration of Growing Up Black, written by Dapo Adeola, winner of the British Book Awards Illustrated Book of the Year.