Sir Morien: The Legend of a Knight of the Round Table -- Holly Black, Hardcover

Full of humor, drama, and adventure, this retelling of a little-known figure of Arthurian Legend, co-written by friends Kaliis Smith and #1 New York Times bestselling author Holly Black, is perfect for any knight in training.

Prince Morien was brave and clever and true...

The brave North African knight Morien is on a quest to find his father, who had set off on an adventure of his own and never returned. But every knight he meets wants to fight! At first, Morien is determined to best them all, until he meets some knights willing to quest with him. Together, they discover not only the importance of friendship, but also Morien's long-lost father!

Author: Holly Black, Kaliis Smith
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
Published: 10/24/2023
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.95lbs
Size: 11.20h x 8.70w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9780316424134
Audience: Ages 4-8

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 08/14/2023
Kirkus Reviews 08/15/2023
Booklist 10/01/2023 pg. 75
Bulletin of Ctr for Child Bks 11/01/2023

About the Author
Holly Black is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of over thirty fantasy novels for kids, teens, and adults. She has been a finalist for an Eisner and a Lodestar Award, and the recipient of the Mythopoeic Award, a Nebula, and a Newbery Honor. Her books have been translated into 32 languages worldwide and adapted for film. She currently lives in New England with her husband and son in a house with a secret library. Sir Morien is her first picture book.

Kaliis Smith is a poet originally from Boston. After graduating from Kenyon College, she released her book Finger and Thumb from Salt Publishing. She currently lives in Western Massachusetts.

Ebony Glenn is an Atlanta-based illustrator of numerous books for young readers, including Mommy's Khimar by Jamilah Thompkins Bigelow, Cats Can by Roseanne Greenfield-Thong, and Flying High: The Story of Gymnastics Champion Simone Biles by Michelle Meadows. She has a passion for the arts, great storytelling, and advocating for more diverse narratives in children's books. Visit ebonyglenn.com and follow her on Instagram @artsyebby.