Why people recommend it
Harlem's Little Blackbird by Renée Watson is a picture book biography illustrated by Christian Robinson that tells the inspiring life story of singer and civil rights activist Florence Mills. During an episode of The Book Review titled The Birth of the Animal Rights Movement, host Pamela Paul mentioned the illustrated book during her sign-off alongside several other personal favorites from the guest's extensive bibliography. Earlier in the interview, the host noted that her introduction to the illustrator's work actually came through this specific title, which was written by Renée Watson. The conversation acknowledged the biographical picture book as a crucial early point in the illustrator's career, highlighting how the collaborative project brought the remarkable history of Florence Mills to a young readership. The speakers reflected on the artistic collaboration that resulted in a vibrant visual narrative celebrating a pioneering Black entertainer and her enduring cultural legacy.
Who recommended it
- Pamela Paul Recommended
Pamela Paul — 2 mentions
“so I actually first encountered your work with your first book which was written by Renee Watson the book was called Harlem's little Blackbird the story of Florence Mills”
“Christian Robinson is the author and illustrator of you matter and another and the illustrator of many many pictures books including some of my favorites Leo a ghost story last stop on Market Street and Harlem's little Blackbird among many others”