Jubilee Jumps for Joy

Brentom Jackson is an accomplished writer, performance poet, and psychotherapist. He holds a BA in theatre from Texas Wesleyan University and an MA in professional counseling from St. Edward's University. Brentom uses his poetic voice, theatrical flair, and socio-emotional expertise to craft stories celebrating Black American culture and creativity. He is the author of Elijah's Easter Suit (Doubleday/Penguin Random House). He lives in Fort Worth, Texas, with his partner Sandra and their son Langston. In his spare time, Brentom enjoys gardening and hunting for rare films, books, and records while spending time with his family.

Alex Aldrich Barrett is an illustrator and animator from Philadelphia, currently living in Los Angeles. She studied painting and printmaking at The Cooper Union in New York. In no particular order, she loves plants, animals, unfinished drawings, scary movies, old animation pencil tests, mornings before the sun comes up, seven-minute eggs, tea, and toast. She has never stopped reading children's books.

“The text shines with patterned language, rhythmic line breaks, and alliteration that echo the cadence and musicality of a church praise break…. This uplifting exploration of mourning, faith, and family bonds is highly recommended for all picture book collections.” --School Library Journal, starred review