A City Dream
A City Dream by B. Sharise Moore is a poetic debut picture book published by HarperCollins Publishers on October 21, 2025. This 40-page work, written in English, draws inspiration from Baltimore and celebrates the theme of community action through the eyes of a young girl who envisions a transformed city. The narrative explores the contrast between a forgotten neighborhood and the vibrant dreams of its residents, highlighting the potential for change and improvement.
Readers will find a touching exploration of urban spaces and the power of collective creativity and hope. The story emphasizes themes related to growing up, difficult discussions, and the importance of community, making it a relevant addition to children’s literature. Through its imaginative lens, A City Dream invites readers to reflect on their own neighborhoods and the possibilities for making them more beautiful and safe.
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A poetic debut picture book, inspired by Baltimore, that celebrates community action.
Sometimes, a neighborhood feels forgotten.
But in the vibrant imagination of one young girl, there are dreams of a different city.
In her dreams, her city is a fantastic place.
And together with her neighbors, she can make it better.
More beautiful.
Safe.
Maybe Something Beautiful meets Something, Someday in this deeply touching ode to cities and urban spaces that reveals the transformative power of communal love, creativity, and hope.
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