Salon Saturday

A picture book that celebrates the community built at the hair salon and the dynamic variety of natural hairstyles!

Today is the day!

A little girls first trip to the salon is a rite of passage, but choosing a new hairstyle is feeling like an impossible task! There are so many styles to choose frombobs, buns, coils, fros, and more. And according to Grandma, Momma, and Sissy, choosing thebest one means thinking about ease, lifestyle, and personalityIts A LOT to think about!

When the options seem overwhelming, the young girl decides to search for what feels righttoday, and that theres always a future salon visit to try something new. While admiring the three lovingwomen who have guided her through this big day, she finally sees ither own kind of beautiful!

From coils and long locs to waves and braids,Salon Saturday offers a vibrant portrayal of Black hairstyles, cherishing them as both a ritual and an ever-evolvingjourney of self-expression.

Janelle Harper is a Bronx native who proudly carries her New York accent anywhere she goes. She finds inspiration in city living and the diverse experiences of the African Diaspora. When she is not enjoying the hidden gems of the Bronx, she is traveling and exploring new cultures. She is a proud veteran public school teacher who comes from a long line of educators. She is passionate about creating stories that reflect the children in her Bronx classroom and neighborhood. When shes not thinking about her next book, Janelle can often be found in her dance studio, blasting music, yelling five-six-seven-eight, and preparing elaborate student productions. Visit her online at JanelleHarperAuthor.com.

Charlot Kristensen is a Dublin based illustrator, designer, and author. As a Black artist she often depicts underrepresented characters in empowering ways to help change their narratives. Some of her most renowned clients include HuffPost, Google, Penguin Random House and theNew York Times. Charlot’s graphic novel,What We Dont Talk About, published by Avery Hill, is now out. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram @Zolwia.

• Publisher: Viking Books for Young Readers (September 23, 2025)
• Language:English
• Hardcover: 32pages
• ISBN-13: 9780593526330
• Reading age:3 – 8 years
• Grade level:Preschool – 2
• Item Weight: 1.3 pound
• Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.0 X X 0.4 inches
• BISAC Categories: Kids