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“Round still, but that's fine. Feeling good outside and in. Maybe I'm not thin, but skinny isn't perfect. The perfect size is happy.”

Quote by Nikki Grimes

Book:Garvey's Choice

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Garvey's Choice

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Nikki Grimes is an accomplished American children's literature author, born on October 20, 1950. Her works, characterized by their poetry and storytelling, showcase rich imagination and profound emotion. Grimes has received numerous awards for her contributions to children's literature, and her books are highly cherished by young readers. more

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