Me & Mama
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Me & Mama is a picture book from 2020, both authored and illustrated by Cozbi A. Cabrera. It was released by Simon & Schuster through the Denene Millner Books imprint. The story honors the special relationship shared between a mother and her daughter.
The publication garnered widespread praise, including a starred critique from Publishers Weekly, which described it as "subtly captivating". Kirkus Reviews commended the book’s lively and intricate acrylic artwork that vividly depicts the affectionate bond between mother and child, while also mentioning some inconsistencies in the flow of the text. Kharissa Kenner, writing for Shelf Awareness, highlighted the authentic representation of natural hair textures typical within BIPOC communities. Additionally, Booklist provided a review of the work.
In recognition of its artistic merit, Me & Mama received a 2021 Caldecott Honor along with a Coretta Scott King Award Honor for its illustrations.