James Ransome

James E. Ransome (born September 25, 1961) is an American illustrator and author of over 60 children's books, known for his depictions of African American history and figures, with notable works including The Creation (1995), Uncle Jed's Barbershop (1993), Before She Was Harriet (2018), and The Bell Rang (2019), which he also authored.James Ransome (illustrator) - Wikipedia) His major achievements include the Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award for The Creation, multiple honors from the same award, the NAACP Image Award, Christopher Award, Charlotte Zolotow Honor, and the 2023 Children's Literature Legacy Award for his lasting contributions to children's literature.James Ransome (illustrator) - Wikipedia),American Library Association