The Red Pencil
By Andrea Davis Pinkney
Is a wondrous novel
That shouts the truth
From inside a story.
It is an enchanting
And exciting tale
About Amira Bright,
A headstrong young girl
Who is kind,
Determined,
And curious about
The world around her.
Amira’s playful spirit
Keeps the story light
As her family struggles
Through dark times.
For me,
This book had a puzzling end
But an inspiring one.
Never stop writing,
Ms. Pinkney.
This book is
A gift to the world.