Shane W. Evans, author and illustrator of a gorgeous new book about the Underground Railroad, answered a few questions for our latest edition of Reading Corner.
Shane W. Evans
In BookPage’s picture book roundup in celebration of Black History Month, contributor Robin Smith praises the “stunning simplicity” of Evans’s illustrations; his book is perfect for young readers being first introduced to the story of the Underground Railroad.
Here’s a preview from the Q&A with Evans about Underground:
Do you have a favorite book to read in honor of Black History Month?
That is a GREAT question . . . there are so MANY. The one that comes to mind actually is The Middle Passage by Tom Feelings . . . this is more about FEELING and when I pick this book up I have to go into a sad and scary part of my imagination . . . this helps me truly appreciate all of the work that has been put into building this history of ALL people.
Keep reading the Q&A on BookPage.com, and tell us:
What is your favorite book to read in honor of Black History Month?
For older readers, I’d recommend taking a look at our roundup for adults. Harlem Is Nowhere by Sharifa Rhodes-Pitts is currently on my TBR.
