Middle Grade
Reesie Boone is about to celebrate a big birthday. But an unwelcome visitor--Hurricane Katrina--creates chaos for Reesie and her beloved city of New Orleans.
In 1960s Detroit, music-lover Melody Ellison learns to lift her voice for justice and equality.
Beginning Reader
When Rosa Parks stayed seated on a bus, she stood up for fairness.
Y/A
From the shores of Africa to the bowels of a transatlantic ship to a voting booth in Mississippi to the jungles of Vietnam, all human connection is A Matter of Souls.
Poems
"Word to the Wise," included in an amazing anthology of poetry for children.
Historical Fiction
Cecile Amelie Rey is a free girl of color in 1850's New Orleans. It's an exciting time in her life-- when she meets a new friend, unexpected adventures begin!
“In a voice strong and true, Patrick’s narrator easily carries the story, winning readers; hearts…”
–Kirkus Reviews
NONFICTION
Picture Book
“This heartwarming story is just right for intergenerational sharing.”
–School Library Journal
