A young girl and her father share an early morning horseback ride around their city in My Daddy Is a Cowboy, a picture book celebration of “just-us time,” perfect for fans of My Papi Has a Motocycle.
 
In the early hours before dawn, a young girl and her father greet their horses and ride together through the waking city streets. As they trot along, Daddy tells cowboy stories filled with fun and community, friendship, discovery, and pride.

Seeing her city from a new vantage point and feeling seen in a new way, the child discovers that she too is a cowboy—strong and confident in who she is.
 
Thoughtfully and lyrically written by debut author Stephanie Seales, with vibrant illustrations from award-winning artist C. G. Esperanza, this beautiful picture book is a celebration of Black joy, outdoor play, and quality time spent between child and parent.

Tall. High as the clouds.
Strong as a horse’s back.
Like a cowboy.

BIO

Stephanie Seales is the California-born daughter of Panamanian immigrants and the author of My Daddy Is a Cowboy (Abrams, June 2024) and the upcoming Jodie Doesn’t Love Dogs (Candlewick Press, Spring 2027). My Daddy Is a Cowboy received four starred reviews from Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, Booklist, and Bookpage. Stephanie is a storyteller, dreamer, and doer who's passionate about racial equity. She's also a children's literature expert that has worked in nearly every aspect of the industry (including bookstores, libraries, and schools). She understands the power of story and follows Toni Morrison's advice, writing the books she wants to read. She dreams and creates with her magical canine companion, Pan, near the water in the Hudson Valley, New York.

Charles G. Esperanza is the second of six cool kids. The South Bronx is where he first opened his eyelids. A dope land shrouded in bright-colored decay, the home of graffiti and hip-hop DJs! He paints funky elephants! Bodegas too! Mixed with this wonder is some whimsical truth. Charles has a voice that is seldom heard. A fusion of jazz, distorted guitars, and chirping birds.

[H]  Abrams Books for Young Readers  /  June 11, 2024

0.46" H x 10.75" L x 8.87" W (1.07 lbs) 48 pages

For ages 4 to 8