"Uncle Bobby's Wedding," a tale of a girl and her favorite uncle

"Here's a timely picture book that adds to ever-growing diversity in today's children literature."

Rebecca Young writes a positive and supportive review of Uncle Bobby's Wedding for the Belleville News-Democrat.

This is Sarah S. Brannen's first picture book which she wrote and illustrated.

The book's sweetest character - Chloe - loves her Uncle Bobby. He is her favorite uncle, and they always have a wonderful time together. But when Chloe learns that Uncle Bobby is getting married, she worries that she will no longer be the most special person in his life. And what if Bobby and Jamie have their own child someday? Chloe is not looking forward to the big event. But with a little reassurance and more fun time shared, Chloe see that she is still special to Uncle Bobby.

Young writes, "Uncle Bobby's Wedding" never specifically focuses on the same-sex aspect of the wedding. It's clear; the grooms wear tuxedos. But Chloe simply is worried about losing her uncle's attention, not about him marrying a guy.

"When children pick up a book and see a family that reflects theirs, it's got to be comforting. Especially when so many of the families around them don't seem to. And when the book doesn't make a big deal about what can make them feel so different, it's even better. As more of these everyday stories with different kinds of families and people make their way into friends' and classmates' hands, differences become less of a big deal to kids.

"Let children's literature – and children lead the way."