Tag: Deedee Cummings

Kayla: Modern-Day Princess: Tough as Tulle | Review

Kayla: Modern-Day Princess: Tough as Tulle | Review

Kayla: Modern-Day Princess: Tough as Tulle by Deedee Cummings | Children’s Book Review

This beautiful diverse picture book is a heartwarming story about family matters, role models, dreams, gender diversity, and discovering a determination for growth. As the third book in a five-book #OWNVOICES series, Kayla: A Modern-Day Princess shines the spotlight on the evolving life of a little Brown girl who loves musical theatre and never lets anything get in the way of her dreams. The Kayla series was inspired by the author’s own daughter and Broadway actress, Kayla Pecchioni.

In the Nick of Time by Deedee Cummings

In the Nick of Time by Deedee Cummings

Timely Tale about a Little Brown Boy who Saves Christmas. Nick Saint never really put a lot of thought into his name until one snowy day in December when he accidentally receives a letter meant for Saint Nick. Realizing there is not much time left until Christmas, Nick opens the letter. The unexpected message inside ultimately leads him on a journey of understanding poverty, gratitude, and service to others while discovering the real meaning of the holiday spirit.