“Y'all know how much I love you? "Infinity and back again," I say the way I've said it a million times. And then, daddy says to me, "go on and add a little bit more to that.”
Book:Brown Girl Dreaming
Quote by Jacqueline Woodson
Work
Brown Girl Dreaming
This memoir offers a poignant and vivid account of the author's life, highlighting the social and cultural challenges faced by African American children during a transformative period in American history. The narrative delves into themes of identity, family, and the search for belonging, all set against the backdrop of the civil rights movement. more
Author
Jacqueline Woodson
Jacqueline Woodson is an American writer known for her concise and poetic style. Her works cover a variety of themes, including race, identity, family, and growth. Born on February 12, 1963, Woodson's writing career began in children's literature and later expanded to adult literature. more
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