Toni Morrison was more than just the voice of a generation—she was a voice for all time. Through her powerful storytelling, she gave strength and voice to the Black community, creating narratives that continue to inspire and resonate. As her legacy faces the threat of censorship, and the risk of fading into obscurity, New York Times bestselling author Andrea Davis Pinkney is determined to ensure her influence endures with her new children’s book, “And She Was Loved: Toni Morrison’s Life In Stories.”

“I like to think of the book as a praise poem, a love letter and a thank you to Toni Morrison…the way it’s written is that we, the reader, are talking to Toni Morrison, and she, in turn, is talking to us,” Pinkney told Essence Magazine in a recent interview, describing her book.

In spite of the criticism of the Nobel Prize-winning author’s works, such as “Beloved”, “The Bluest Eye,” “Song of Solomon,” etc., it is Pickney’s wish that the legacy of Morrison will withstand the test of time.

“Toni Morrison is a voice that will endure.” Pinkney explained to the outlet. “Stories connect us, and that is what the future is—a continuation of what we have always done, which is tell stories. And that’s what’s going to last at the end of the day.”

Just what can readers expect from this must-add to any home library? Below is a brief Amazon.com description. 

From imaginative child to visionary storyteller, Toni Morrison was a fiercely inspiring writer that helped change the world. This poetic picture book is part love letter and part biography, praising the power of this Nobel Prize winner. With its tender refrain, readers will know how much Morrison’s stories — and their own — mean to the world. She was loved — and so are they!

“And She Was Loved: Toni Morrison’s Life In Stories” is unquestionably one way to celebrate and learn more about one of the community’s true national treasures, keeping her spirit and lessons alive for generations to come. 

Photo: Andrea Davis Pinkney Instagram; Amazon.com