One of the first books in the debut offerings of Denene Millner Books, the highly anticipated children's book line of New York Times bestselling author Denene Millner, a contributing editor at Agate Publishing, where she will publish children's and YA literature dedicated to African American stories and voices
Theme of friendship and the power of imagination
Humorous story that acknowledges and celebrates childhood mischievousness
Lush, colorful imagery featuring an adorable African American character reminiscent of Peter from The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats
Theme of diversity
Millner, the New York Times bestselling author of more than 25 books, including memoirs coauthored with Steve Harvey, Taraji P. Henson, and more, is the founder of the award-winning MyBrownBaby website, one of the most respected and celebrated parenting blogs, providing thought-provoking, insightful, and often wickedly funny commentary for There's a Dragon in My Closet's target audience
Palmer, the illustrator, is a nationally recognized fine artist whose work is in private and public collections, including the McDonald's Corporation, the Miller Brewing Company, the Coca-Cola Company, and Vanderbilt University, and has been commissioned to create work for high-profile events, including the 1996 Summer Olympics and the commemoration of Fisk University's 150th anniversary.

Illustrated by: Charly Palmer