Description: In this picture book by New York Times bestselling author Tracey Baptiste, an encounter between a Black mermaid and pirate launches a humorous tale of friendship that shows how kindness and empathy go beyond words.
Brief description: Tracey Baptiste is the New York Times bestselling author of numerous middle-grade novels, including Minecraft: The Crash, The Jumbies series, and African Icons, and has made a splash with her picture books Looking for a Jumbie and Because Claudette. You can visit her online at www.traceybaptiste.com.
Review Quotes: "Brimming with sweetness, the illustrations add a Disney aesthetic to this simple tale of the burgeoning bond between two very different friends...A winsome tale of unexpected friendship."--Kirkus Reviews