Indelible Ann: The Larger-than-Life Story of Governor Ann Richards

Utilizing the refrain “just wait, you’ll see,” this detailed picture book biography by a Texan team centers the life of Ann Richards (1933–2006), the 45th governor of Texas. Debut picture book author Browne maintains interest with approachable prose and vivid figurative language as she follows Richards from her birth “outside a lonely Texas prairie town” to her persistence in balancing politics with parenthood: “She listened to the people: a colorful patchwork of Texans sewn tightly together by their desire for change.” Realistic ink and gouache illustrations by Whitt employ a softly retro palette, portraying Ann on nearly every page amid a cast of variously inclusive figures. An inspiring, feminist-leaning look at a trailblazing woman in politics. Back matter includes more about Richards. Ages 4–8. (June)