There Was a Party for Langston: (Caldecott Honor & Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor)

Dive into the vibrant world of Harlem's Renaissance with "There Was a Party for Langston," a Caldecott Honor and Coretta Scott King Illustrator Honor book by New York Times bestselling author Jason Reynolds. Published on October 3, 2023, this debut picture book celebrates the legendary poet Langston Hughes, a trailblazer in racial justice, education equity, and gender equality. Through rhythmic prose and dynamic illustrations, Reynolds recreates a spectacular gathering at the Schomberg Library, where icons like Maya Angelou and Amiri Baraka honored Hughes's profound impact on literature and society. Their voices, full of admiration and inspiration, bring to life the echoes of a party that was more than just a gathering—it was a cultural milestone. Ideal for middle-school readers, this book not only entertains but educates, inspiring a new generation to appreciate the power of words and the importance of cultural identity.