Nancy Lapointe

Sparky's Big News Nancy Lapointe

Set on the South Texas coast, this coming-of-age story follows Sparky as he discovers his core identity. Sparky's mom and sister support his journey from toddler through college age.




Brilliant illustrations by Len Hernandez highlight the differences between cisgender heterosexual child's play and LGBTQ+ child's play. Growing up gay is nurtured and celebrated in Sparky's family, paralleling the author's experience raising a gay son.

Enjoy a fun, colorful romp through the kind of diverse family that defines our best America.