Praise for The Ring Bearer:
“Throughout, Cooper’s softly textured mixed-media illustrations offer a warm, affirming depiction of this black family’s life and love together . . . Readers will be joining the congregation in cheering for Jackson.”–Kirkus
“Written with simplicity, immediacy, and warmth….Cooper creates beautiful effects with subtle colors, textures, and suffused light in the soft-focus paintings. A heartening, reassuring picture book.”–Booklist
“Children will identify readily with Jackson’s fears and enjoy the way he overcomes them. A solid purchase for any picture book collection.”–School Library Journal
“Many children experience parental weddings, and these times are filledwith joy and nervousness. Cooper captures each moment.”–Horn Book
