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πŸ’¬πŸ† NEW KID Broke Barriers, but for Years Nobody Wanted His Work: Jerry Craft’s ORIGIN STORY

πŸ’¬πŸ† NEW KID Broke Barriers, but for Years Nobody Wanted His Work: Jerry Craft’s ORIGIN STORY

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In this episode, graphic novelist Jerry Craft shares his journey from a young artist with dreams of creating comics to becoming a multi-award-winning author known for his groundbreaking work in children's literature. He discusses his early influences, the struggles he faced in the comic industry, and the eventual success of his graphic novel 'New Kid,' which won prestigious awards and changed the landscape for representation in literature. Craft emphasizes the importance of creating stories that reflect the joy and experiences of young Black protagonists, and he reflects on the impact of his work on readers and the literary community.

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πŸ’¬πŸ† NEW KID Broke Barriers, but for Years Nobody Wanted His Work: Jerry Craft’s ORIGIN STORY

πŸ’¬πŸ† NEW KID Broke Barriers, but for Years Nobody Wanted His Work: Jerry Craft’s ORIGIN STORY

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