Daydreamer

Praise

“An achingly well written story about the blurry line between reality and magic in childhood—and the heartbreaking ways it can be shattered.”
—Shannon Chakraborty, New York Times best-selling author.

“Cameron’s sentences are laden with magic, stuffed to spilling with the stuff of dreams. Through them, he takes us on a journey that’s personal, poignant, phantasmagoric, and profound.”
—Carlos Hernandez, Pura Belpré Award winning author of Sal and Gabi Break the Universe

“Charming truths melt into harsh lessons about danger, bravery, persistence, and Charles’ growing strength in this fast-paced coming-of-power delight.”
—Nisi Shawl, multiple award-winning author of Speculation, Everfair, and Kinning

“There’s magic on every page of [this] mesmerizing, unpredictable story….Daydreamer is a tale that will capture the imagination of adults and children alike.’ 
-Milton J. Davis, author of Amber and the Hidden City

“A daring, monumentally lyrical achievement, if not an outright fantasy classic.”
-Zig Zag Claybourne, author of Afro Puffs Are the Antennae of the Universe

“This creative debut features strong character development in its exploration of the ways Charles copes with multiple challenges that will resonate with many readers. Captivating and cathartic.” —Kirkus Reviews

“Employing compassionate prose, Cameron illustrates the transformative power of storytelling to deliver a kindhearted tale.”
—Publishers Weekly