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Preorder Lighthouse Ladies: Shining a Spotlight on Hardy Heroines Written by me, illustrated by Islenia Mil on bookshelves May 27, 2025!
The derring-do of Shark Lady meets the inspiration of Mae Among the Stars in the true stories of four intrepid and diverse women of history as they battle weather and waves to save sailors at sea. Kris Coronado's debut nonfiction picture book, perfect for fans of Hello, Lighthouse, is brilliantly illustrated by Islenia Mil.
Ahoy! To man a lighthouse over a century ago in America required guts, courage, and bravery. It was a job tackled by hundreds every day, many of whom . . . were not men! This true tale chronicles the amazing feats of four fascinating women. Each real lighthouse lady featured in this book—whether she’s on a wind-walloped Hawaiian clifftop or an icy channel in Virginia's Eastern Shore— shows that girl power was around long before it became a popular phrase.
Ahoy! To man a lighthouse over a century ago in America required guts, courage, and bravery. It was a job tackled by hundreds every day, many of whom . . . were not men! This true tale chronicles the amazing feats of four fascinating women. Each real lighthouse lady featured in this book—whether she’s on a wind-walloped Hawaiian clifftop or an icy channel in Virginia's Eastern Shore— shows that girl power was around long before it became a popular phrase.
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What the critics are saying about Lighthouse Ladies
- A Kirkus Starred Review! "The stories of these four intrepid heroes are exciting and well told in lively, smartly paced, and casually rhyming prose. The last few pages meaningfully expand the book’s reach, helping readers connect these exciting stories to their own lives as they face challenges and encouraging them to embrace both the big and the small moments of life. Thorough backmatter offers more context, with a page devoted to Julia Toomey. Dramatic, deep-toned artwork is a perfect match for the text, combining the stylized and the realistic and grabbing readers’ attention with unusual compositions in precisely detailed but sweeping graphic spreads." Read full review here
- A Booklist Starred Review! "This fascinating nonfiction debut upends the idea that only men helmed lighthouses during their heyday by showcasing four of the many women who did this grueling, lifesaving work. ... A wonderful addition to lighthouse lore." Read full review here