First published 2025
Amanda Gorman presents an original poem that celebrates girls in all their forms. The verses explore how girls stand together, transforming individual strength into collective power. Gorman shows girls facing fear with courage, highlighting their beauty not through appearance but through bravery. The poem becomes a rallying cry that honors how girls have influenced history while stepping confidently toward tomorrow. Loveis Wise provides vivid illustrations that bring the verses to life. Gorman captures the essence of girlhood across its many expressions, creating a tribute to the billion voices that shine bright when united. The book transforms poetry into empowerment, showing readers how girls uplift each other and shape the world around them.
Genres: african-american, poetry, 21st-century, social-justice, activism
Vibes: emotional, inspirational, lyrical
Tropes: found-family, rallying-cry
32 pages · Hardcover · Viking Books for Young Readers