Take It to the Queen: A Tale of Hope

Take It to the Queen: A Tale of Hope

Josephine Nobisso; Illustrated by Katalin Szegedi; 8in x 0.24in x 11.5in; Hardcover, 32 pages

In this original fable, when once-favored villagers transgress against their king, they seek the intercession of the humble neighbor who became their queen.

With exquisite artwork and evocative text, this original fable explores the events of Jesus’ life, and demonstrates the role of the Virgin Mary as the benevolent agent of God's people. Reduced to desolation by a king and prince who feel they have been wronged, the residents of a once-favored village must seek help from the queen, a native of their devastated town. Religious subjects are presented clearly in an allegorical style that proves entertaining, and also serves to provide children with examples of virtue and good behavior.

Awards:

• Catholic Press Association Award
• An International Reading Association-Children’s Book Council
• “Children’s Choices” Award Winner
• Moonbeam Children’s Book Award
• Mom’s Choice Gold Award for Most Distinctive Picture Book Illustration
• Mom’s Choice Gold Award
• Named to the “Best Books for” List by the Association of Booksellers for Children

About the author:

Josephine Nobisso is the author of several books, including The Numbers Dance, Show; Don't Tell!, and The Weight of a Mass. She is the recipient of numerous awards, including Bank Street College's Best Book of the Year and a Catholic Press Association Award. She lives in Westhampton Beach, New York. Katalin Szegedi is the illustrator of The Weight of a Mass and was named Illustrator of the Year by Hungary's International Board on Books for Young People.