• 2002 Caldecott Honor Book
• 2002 Coretta Scott King Honor Book
• New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children’s Book of 2001 
• ALA Notable Book

“A stunning, reverent tribute.” -- School Library Journal

This definitive picture book biography is an unforgettable portrait of a man whose dream changed America -- and the world -- forever.

Doreen Rappaport has written many award-winning books for children, including Freedom Ship and The School Is Not White (both illustrated by Curtis James); and John’s Secret Dreams: The Life of John Lennon, also illustrated by Bryan Collier. She lives in upstate New York.

Caldecott Honor Book and Coretta Scott King Book Award winner Bryan Collier is the illustrator of many children’s books, including Rosa and John’s Secret Dreams: The Life of John Lennon.  Bryan lives in New York City with his wife and daughter.

Click here for a video interview with Bryan Collier from TeachingBooks.net.