Makeda Makes a Mountain

PRAISE FOR Makeda Makes a Birthday Treat: “An inclusive early reader that celebrates dialogue about individual differences.”  — School Library JournalPraise for TWO NAOMIS: “Warm, upbeat, and satisfying.” — Publishers WeeklyPraise for TWO NAOMIS: “A sweet coming-of-age story…Highly recommended” — School Library JournalPraise for TWO NAOMIS: “This story of two families coming together is grounded and sweet…recommended for all children who appreciate realistic contemporary stories.” — Booklist (starred review)Praise for TWO NAOMIS: “A smart, endearing story about two girls who are blending families, growing up, and building a friendship.” — Kirkus Reviews (starred review)Praise for TWO NAOMIS: “Rhuday-Perkovich and Vernick hit all the right sister notes with hilarity and heart. Hopefully we have not heard the last of these two Naomis.” — Rita Williams-Garcia, Newbery Honor author of One Crazy SummerPRAISE FOR NAOMIS TOO: “A sequel that packs as much heart, humor, and understanding as the first.” — Kirkus ReviewsPRAISE FOR NAOMIS TOO: “The characters navigate microaggressions and the challenges of allyship in an authentic manner.” — The Horn Book

Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich is the author of several picture books, including Someday is Now: Clara Luper and the 1958 Oklahoma City Sit-Ins, as well as middle grade novels such as Operation Sisterhood. She is also the co-author of the Two Naomis series. Olugbemisola lives in New York with her family.