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by Denene Millner (Author), Mica Paola Rodriguez (Illustrator), Mica Paola Rodriguez
This picture book will delight every Spider-Man fan with its vibrant illustrations and heartfelt story about self-discovery.
New York Times bestselling author Denene Millner's picture book follows Miles Morales as he explores what it means to be an artist, to be Spider-Man, and to be himself. Miles Morales is captivated by the murals in his neighborhood, bursting with color and life. Each one tells a story about the artist who created it, and as an aspiring artist himself, Miles dreams of making his own one day. But Miles isn't just an artist--he's Spider-Man! When he makes friends with fellow artist Mr. Arty, Miles learns even more about his passions, his Puerto Rican heritage, and the importance of his neighborhood.Author Biography
Denene Millner is a New York Times best-selling author, award-winning journalist, and the founder of the Denene Millner Books children's imprint, which has published notable titles such as Crown: An Ode to the Fresh Cut by Derrick Barnes, which won the 2018 Kirkus Prize for Young Readers and was a Newbery, Caldecott, and Coretta Scott King Honor Book. Most recently, Denene collaborated with Will Smith on the Fresh Princess picture book series. Denene lives in Atlanta with her two daughters and their goldendoodle, Franklin. Visit her at www.DeneneMillner.com or on social media @MyBrownBaby.
Mica Paola Rodr刕uez is a children's book illustrator who grew up loving art and telling stories. She earned her bachelor degree in fine arts, studying animation and illustration at Savannah College of Art and Design. From then on, she has been freelancing, illustrating children's books for clients from around the world, and working on animated shorts. Mica is from and resides now in the beautiful island of Puerto Rico.
