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How the Stars Came to Be

Author and illustrator: Poonam Mistry

With captivating illustrations that artistically depict patterns, geometry and the beauty of the natural world, this wonderful story reveals how the stars came to be. Follow the female lead as she is tasked with placing stars to represent animals from the world, guiding her father home.

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  • Shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal 2021
  • Poonam Mistry has achieved a Kirkus starred review
  • Poonam Mistry was longlisted for the Klaus Flugge Prize 2019
  • Own Voice
  • Black/brown representation
  • Diverse cast
  • Single parent
  • Female lead