Who You Will Be - Hardcover by Books by splitShops

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by Taylor Rouanzion (Author), Stacey Chomiak (Illustrator)

A rhyming picture book about gender expression featuring parents as they dream about who their child will be. The perfect gift for new parents, baby showers, or any occasion!

"Models easy, loving acceptance for kids, no matter their gender expression."--Kirkus reviews

Before you were born, we all wanted to know
who you would be and how you would grow.
"Nursery in pink? Or nursery in blue?"
Everyone always asked about you.

Journey through all the colors of the rainbow as new parents introduce their baby to the endless colorful possibilities of each day. A rainbow of choices, colorful and bright. What feels best to you? Which colors are right?

A joyous, rhyming picture book about a child's journey of gender expression and the unconditional love between parent and child, Who You Will Be invites readers to celebrate self-expression and find which colors feel right to them. Perfect for fans of Pink Is for Boys and Julián Is a Mermaid.

Author Biography

Taylor Rouanzion lives in Florida with her daughter and miniature dachshund. She has been a part of local support groups for trans/gender-nonconforming kids and their parents. Her own child is gender nonconforming and has inspired Taylor to write for her and others like her so they can be seen in children's literature. Taylor earned her master's degree in library and information science and works as an elementary school librarian for the best kids on the planet. You can visit Taylor Rouanzion at TaylorRouanzion.com

Stacey Chomiak is an artist, author, and LGBTQ+ speaker. She designs art for the animation industry, but her passion is illustrating and writing kids books that represent the queer community. She lives happily nestled amid the tall trees of the Canadian West Coast. Stacey loves to dance with her two kids, paint anything that inspires her, and have conversations around faith and sexuality. You can visit Stacey Chomiak at
StaceyChomiak.com.