Edwin loves his sister Patsy's closet. He adores dresses and earrings and boots with high heels. And when he's finished getting dressed, Edwin is transformed…into the fabulous Edweena!
Today is the figure skating competition at school and Edwin has decided to compete as Edweena. What will people say when they meet her for the first time? Can a boy in drag win the competition? Edweena will have to give her best performance ever to find out! Edwin is ready to introduce the world to his drag persona, Edweena, at his skating competition. Hello world, meet Edweena! "This picture book addresses important themes of self-acceptance and encouragement of others... This is a sweet and positive story." "In this gentle tale, a young figure skater named Edwin borrows his sister's clothes for competition….In a unique narrative choice, readers never learn if Edweena wins the competition. The self-confidence and acceptance gained throughout the story are the true rewards. VERDICT A heartwarming story that will enrich any collection." Key Selling Points:
• A playful, impactful story about a young, Indigenous boy stepping out of his comfort zone and going out in public in drag for the first time.
• Emphasises the power of drag, and how special Edwin feels when he transforms into Edweena. He can feel confident and beautiful.
• The Fabulous Edweena is Edwin Dumont's debut children's book, and he was inspired to write it after reading other LGBTQIA2S+ books for kids and his own love of drag from a young age.
• A conversation starter for young readers and families to see the joy in drag and why it's valuable as an art form.
• When Edweena enters the skating competition, it showcases the support he receives from family and friends, which is incredibly important for queer kids.
• A dual language edition in Anishinaabemowin (Ojibwe) and English is also available, titled Omaamakaadendaagozi Edwiina / The Fabulous Edweena.
