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Mohrbooks Literary Agency
Sebastian Ritscher
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ONE OF A KIND

Chris Gorman

Bold, graphic art by indie rocker Chris Gorman captures the thrill and challenges of marching to your own beat.
Meet a pogo-dancing, punk-rock-loving kid who loves to express himself in his own unique way. His clothes, hairstyle, music, and just the way he hears the world, all set him apart. Not everyone understands him, but he likes being one of a kind--even though it's lonely sometimes. Fortunately, it's a wide world out there, and if he looks around a kid is sure to find other one-of-a-kinds with common interests.

Chris Gorman also wrote and illustrated Indi Surfs, which The New York Times called, "As simultaneously exhilarating and meditative as surfing itself." He's a drummer--and founding member--of the Grammy-nominated band Belly, as well as a professional photographer. Born and raised in Rhode Island, he now lives in Long Beach, New York, with his wife and two children.
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Published 2018-05-01 by Nancy Paulsen Books

Book

Published 2018-05-01 by Nancy Paulsen Books

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Swedish: Nypon Forlag

As in his picture book Indi Surfs, Gorman alters black-and-white photographic images to make striking halftones with rich black shadows. The text is laid out on torn paper scraps of pink and yellow, in the style of Sex Pistols album art... Readers whose unconventional tastes are at odds with the authorities will enjoy his energy and self-assurance.

The stark contrast in colors on each page could represent the intense feelings of the protagonist enjoying his independence and interests while still feeling isolated. Gorman has penned an exceedingly relatable book and most readers will connect with the protagonist's dilemma, regardless of their music tastes... A must-have wherever music, especially punk rock, is popular.

Bold, vibrant design showcases the child's emotions in this picture book with a perennial message of self-acceptance.

A picture-book celebration of individuality and community.