The Day Tajon Got Shot receives Positive Review in School Library Journal

VERDICT This smart and courageous YA novel will open up a dialogue started by young voices who deserve to be heard. A strong purchase.

Barrett SmithJanuary 18, 2021The Day Tajon Got ShotComment

DC City Council Honors Authors of The Day Tajon Got Shot

DC City Council passed a ceremonial resolution to honor the authors of The Day Tajon Got Shot “for their commitment to using their voices to contribute to a national dialogue and to act as leaders in their community.”

Barrett SmithJanuary 18, 2021The Day Tajon Got ShotComment

Available in DC Public Schools and DC Public Libraries

Barrett SmithDecember 1, 2020How to Grow Up Like Me, Humans of Ballou, Little Girl in a Big Big World, Our Lives Matter, Reach Children's Book Series, Restavek Freedom Series, The Day Tajon Got Shot, TrinitogaComment

Author Recognition