It’s Pride, Baby!

A joyful picture book debut that encourages kids to take pride in themselves and know that they are loved no matter what.

Just as the stars light the entire world--
You shine.

Join a queer family as they celebrate Black Pride in Washington, D.C. From painting posters to walking in a Pride Parade with neighbors to watching fireworks, this special day is packed with fun.

Allen R. Wells’s poetic text perfectly captures the expansiveness of a parent’s love, while Dia Valle’s joyful art bursts off the page. Here are words that children in every family--no matter its color, size, or shape--need to hear.

We are so proud of you!

Allen R. Wells is an author and engineer. He was born in Jackson, Mississippi. He studied Architectural Engineering at Tennessee State University in Nashville. It’s Pride, Baby! is his debut picture book. He currently lives in Virginia.

India Valle is an illustrator based out of Richmond, Virginia who loves to create whimsical, relatable characters and fun settings. Their picture books include Georgia in the Jungle and Tiffany and the Two Missing Teeth.