Julián Is a Mermaid

"A powerful affirmation of individuality, creative expression, and unconditional acceptance." --Shelf Awareness (starred review)

While riding the subway home from the pool with his abuela one day, Julián notices three women spectacularly dressed up. Their hair billows in brilliant hues, their dresses end in fish tails, and their joy fills the train car. When Julián gets home, daydreaming of the magic he's seen, all he can think about is dressing up in his own fabulous mermaid costume: a butter-yellow curtain for his tail, the fronds of a potted fern for his headdress. But what will Abuela think about the mess he makes--and even more importantly, what will she think about how Julián sees himself? Mesmerizing and full of heart, this 2019 Stonewall Book Award winner is a jubilant picture of self-love and a radiant celebration of individuality.

Author: Jessica Love
Publisher: Candlewick Press (MA)
Published: 03/27/2024
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 8.90h x 9.60w x 0.20d
ISBN13: 9781536210613
ISBN10: 1536210617
BISAC Categories:
- Juvenile Fiction | LGBTQ+ | General
- Juvenile Fiction | Hispanic & Latino
- Juvenile Fiction | Holidays & Celebrations | Other, Non-Religious

About the Author
Jessica Love is an illustrator and a New York based actor. She has a BA in studio art from the University of California, Santa Cruz, as well as a graduate degree from Juilliard.