"New York Times bestselling author Nikki Grimes is the recipient of the 2006 NCTE Award for Excellence in Poetry for Children. Her distinguished works include ALA Notable book What is Goodbye?, the novels Jazmin's Notebook, Dark Sons, and The Road to Paris,(Coretta Scott King Author Honor Books). Creator of the popular Meet Danitra Brown, Ms Grimes lives in Corona, California. Nikki Grimes does not consider herself a bona fide storytell, but as she told an audience at the Library of Congress, she is happy to own the title Poet. Born and raised in New York City, Nikki began composing verse at the age of six and has been writing ever since."

  Her latest book, Barack Obama, Son of Promise, Child of Hope was highlited on her recent visit to The Frugal Frigate.  Being on The New York Times bestseller list for over five weeks you will want to make sure that you do not miss out on being apart of the history that is being created right before our very eyes. With that in mind, Nikki was kind enough to sign a few extra books that we are selling here in the store. This was her last scheduled signing in Southern California for this great book. Books that are signed are limited in numbers so call or drop by the store soon. You can also visit Nikki on her web site, (wwwnikkigrimes.com).