| A Good Night for Mr.Coleman Contributor(s): Izard, Kathy (Author), Henson, Evelyn (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0997778423 ISBN-13: 9780997778427 Publisher: Grace Press OUR PRICE: $18.99 Product Type: Hardcover Published: January 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Homelessness & Poverty - Juvenile Fiction | Social Themes - Self-esteem & Self-reliance - Juvenile Fiction | Bedtime & Dreams |
| Physical Information: 0.25" H x 11" W x 8.5" (0.89 lbs) 32 pages |
| Themes: - Topical - Self-Esteem |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: A story about believing in yourself and something bigger. An inspiring, imaginatively illustrated children's book written by Kathy Izard, award-winning author of The Hundred Story Home, and illustrated by popular Southern artist Evelyn Henson. This children's book is based on the true story of Eugene Coleman who was homeless for over twenty years in Charlotte, NC and a young girl, Grace, determined to help him. Izard and Henson team up in a heart-warming story to encourage kids to dream big and Do Good. This beautiful book has illustrations that will warm your heart and a compelling story that resonotes with all ages. |
Contributor Bio(s): Izard, Kathy: - Kathy Izard is a consultant, author and speaker who lives and writes in Charlotte, NC. Kathy met Coleman at The Urban Ministry Center when she was the first director of Homeless to Homes and helped lead the effort to build Moore Place, the city's first permanent supportive housing for chronically homeless men and women. She wrote about her work in the award-winning nonfiction adult title The Hundred Story Home. The imaginatively illustrated A Good Night for Mr. Coleman is based on this true story encouraging children of all ages to dream big and Do Good.Henson, Evelyn: - Evelyn Henson is a Southern artist painting art and gifts for a more brightly decorated life. With a colorful mix of gouache, acrylic, and watercolor, her art is designed to bring sunshine to years to come. |