The Coral Keeper
$30.23
- Hardcover
48 pages
- Release Date
9 March 2027
Summary
Melissa Cristina Marquez returns with a story about responsibility, care, and community in this picture book centering environmental protection and the ways we can all help!
Mateo comes from a long line of Hijos del Agua, or Guardians of the Sea, and it’s finally time for him to learn which sea animal he’s been tasked with protecting. Though he hopes for something swift like sharks or wise like octopuses, his talisman reveals something completely unexpected. While disappointment is hi…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9798217048892 |
|---|---|
| Author: | Maria Gabriela Gama, Melissa Cristina Márquez |
| Publisher: | Penguin Putnam Inc |
| Imprint: | Penguin Workshop |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 48 |
| Release Date: | 9 March 2027 |
| Weight: | 567g |
| Dimensions: | 254mm x 254mm |
| Audience Age: | 5-8 |
Maria Gabriela Gama
Melissa Cristina Marquez
Melissa Cristina Marquez is a fiercely proud Hispanic marine biologist, wildlife educator, professional speaker, and presenter. She has given two TEDx talks on sharks and female scientists, and her work has been highlighted in NPR, Allure, Disney+, BBC, National Geographic, Good Morning America, and more. In 2021, Melissa was featured on the Forbes 30 Under 30: Science list and the InStyle 50 Badass list. Melissa holds a BA in marine ecology and conservation from New College of Florida and an MS in marine biology from Victoria University. Born in Puerto Rico and raised in Mexico, Melissa aims to bring attention to the importance of diversity and inclusion with her writing.
Maria Gabriela Gama
Maria Gabriela Gama is an illustrator born and raised in the city of São Paulo, Brazil, a place that inspires her to create colorful worlds. With a bachelor’s degree in graphic design, she started her professional career working with advertising but soon discovered the magical world of illustration—and fell in love with it! Since then, Maria’s been living her dream job and has illustrated picture books, puzzles, toys, and more. She is passionate about her work and wishes to bring joy, representation, and positive change through her cheerful characters and vibrant colors.
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