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    The Bi Book

    Author A.J. Irving
    Illustrated by Cynthia Alonso
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    Hardcover
    $18.99 US
    RH Childrens Books | Knopf Books for Young Readers
    10"W x 9.75"H x 0.35"D  
    On sale May 20, 2025 | 32 Pages | 9780593571828
    Preschool - 3
    Reading Level: Lexile 360L | Fountas & Pinnell N
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    Perfect for fans of What Are Your Words? and Julián Is a Mermaid, The Bi Book shows readers the many meanings of "bi," both in terms of the language we use to understand the world and to understand ourselves.

    A BOOKLIST BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR • SHORTLISTED FOR THE LAMBDA LITERARY AWARD

    Many words that start with ‘bi’ mean two.

    Bicycle. Bilingual. Binoculars. Biracial.

    Sometimes, it can mean more than two. Like when it comes to people who identify as 'bi.'

    Because some hearts love in a rainbow of ways.

    This sweet, bold picture book is a gentle introduction to bisexual identity, by way of many different words that share the root "bi," that will become a staple for LGBTQ+ readers, parents, and educators for years to come.
    A.J. Irving grew up in Boise, Idaho, writing stories and daydreaming about becoming an author. Now, she writes picture books and poetry on her big back porch in a tiny town near Jackson, Wyoming. As an author and former bookmobile librarian, A.J. is passionate about inspiring children to read. She received a B.A. in journalism and women’s and gender studies from the University of Oregon. She is also the author of DANCE LIKE A LEAF. View titles by A.J. Irving
    Cynthia Alonso View titles by Cynthia Alonso
    ★ "A sweet, loving lesson in language and love, on a subject rarely covered." —Booklist, starred review

    "Rewarding for the right reader—and empowering for all." —Kirkus Reviews

    "[A] calming and tranquil picture book....this simple book shares complex ideas, teaches an important prefix, and engages young readers through lovely, approachable illustrations." —School Library Journal

    "In this brief handling, the creators straightforwardly establish bisexuality as another part of a wide world full of words—and worthy of the same understanding." —Publishers Weekly
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    Perfect for fans of What Are Your Words? and Julián Is a Mermaid, The Bi Book shows readers the many meanings of "bi," both in terms of the language we use to understand the world and to understand ourselves.

    A BOOKLIST BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR • SHORTLISTED FOR THE LAMBDA LITERARY AWARD

    Many words that start with ‘bi’ mean two.

    Bicycle. Bilingual. Binoculars. Biracial.

    Sometimes, it can mean more than two. Like when it comes to people who identify as 'bi.'

    Because some hearts love in a rainbow of ways.

    This sweet, bold picture book is a gentle introduction to bisexual identity, by way of many different words that share the root "bi," that will become a staple for LGBTQ+ readers, parents, and educators for years to come.

    Author

    A.J. Irving grew up in Boise, Idaho, writing stories and daydreaming about becoming an author. Now, she writes picture books and poetry on her big back porch in a tiny town near Jackson, Wyoming. As an author and former bookmobile librarian, A.J. is passionate about inspiring children to read. She received a B.A. in journalism and women’s and gender studies from the University of Oregon. She is also the author of DANCE LIKE A LEAF. View titles by A.J. Irving
    Cynthia Alonso View titles by Cynthia Alonso

    Praise

    ★ "A sweet, loving lesson in language and love, on a subject rarely covered." —Booklist, starred review

    "Rewarding for the right reader—and empowering for all." —Kirkus Reviews

    "[A] calming and tranquil picture book....this simple book shares complex ideas, teaches an important prefix, and engages young readers through lovely, approachable illustrations." —School Library Journal

    "In this brief handling, the creators straightforwardly establish bisexuality as another part of a wide world full of words—and worthy of the same understanding." —Publishers Weekly

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