Emergency Quarters | Carlos Matias (Author) + Gracey Zhang (Illustrator) Contemporary Literature & Fiction Matt Forrest Esenwine

Matt Forrest Esenwine

Through the breadth of its narrative

No matter how you start your day

Navigating predominantly white institutions (PWI) as a young Black girl provides amazing opportunities as well as challenging experiences

Family - Orphans & Foster Homes

Emergency Quarters | Carlos Matias (Author) + Gracey Zhang (Illustrator) Contemporary Literature & Fiction Matt Forrest EsenwineAuthor Carlos Matias and Ezra Jack Keats Award winning illustrator Gracey Zhang deliver a stunning picture book based on a finalist in the New York Times Metropolitan Diary "Best of the Year," about a young boy in the city who tries his best to avoid spending his precious quarters on tempting local treats in case of an "emergency." A poignant, playful tale for fans of Matt de La Pea, Antwan Eady, and Jacqueline Woodson. Ernesto has waited his whoooole