Author
Brian Pinkney
3 books here
The Faithful Friend
Picture book · ages 5–10 · 640L
A folkloric friendship tale with gorgeous scratchboard art that teaches loyalty without preachiness; the Caribbean setting and oral-storytelling rhythm stay with kids.
Sukey and the Mermaid
Picture book · ages 4–8 · 550L
A warm, folkloric adventure rooted in West Indian tradition with gorgeous scratchboard-and-watercolor art that makes the underwater world feel both magical and tactile; Sukey's agency in choosing her path elevates it above generic mermaid tales.
Duke Ellington: The Piano Prince and His Orchestra
Picture book · ages 4–8 · 620L · 1999
Pinkney's scratchboard illustrations are luminous and rhythmic—they do half the storytelling work, making this the best visual entry to Duke Ellington for early readers.