Mitali Perkins

Hope in the Valley

Many books advocate for listening carefully to people of opposing views while following one’s own beliefs, but few do it better than Mitali Perkins’ exceptional Hope in the Valley.

Many books advocate for listening carefully to people of opposing views while following one’s own beliefs, but few do it better than Mitali Perkins’ exceptional Hope in the Valley.

Home Is in Between

By Mitali Perkins, Illustrated by Lavanya Naidu

This picture book about a girl who immigrates to the U.S. from India shines a light on the joys of inhabiting and celebrating two cultures.

Between Us and Abuela

By Mitali Perkins, Illustrated by Sara Palacios

Between Us and Abuela, a poignant story set at the wall separating Tijuana and San Diego, is a suburb holiday picture book that deserves to be read year-round.