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The Deepest Blue

by Shauntay Grant Publisher: KATHERINE TEGEN BOOKS

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A descent into heritage and history

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Awards & Recognition

  • Award recognition

    2026 New England Book Award finalist

  • Critical praise

    School Library Journal starred review

    School Library Journal gave the book a starred review, praising its lyrical style, visual qualities, and read-al...

AlbakiReads Editorial

A descent into heritage and history

A young girl’s dive toward a sunken slave ship brings underwater exploration into conversation with family heritage and the history carried across generations. The book also draws attention to real divers who investigate shipwrecks. Its expressive verse and artwork are part of the storytelling, and the publisher notes that the book is intended to be read vertically, echoing the movement down into ocean depths. Together, these elements connect a child’s encounter with a wreck to the broader histories it represents.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Picture-book readers ages 4–8
  • Families and educators exploring heritage and history
  • Children interested in the ocean and shipwreck exploration

Themes

Heritage across generationsThe history of slaveryShipwrecks and underwater exploration

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Book overview

A 2026 New England Book Award Finalist

"Here's a book you can read again and again. This stunningly beautiful book is a must-read for all ages." -- ALA Booklist, starred review

"Lyrical and visually stunning. A beautifully crafted read-aloud that encourages an appreciation for language, sound patterns, and historical connections." -- School Library Journal, starred review

From acclaimed author Shauntay Grant and Caldecott Honor-winning artist Daniel Minter comes a stunning picture book in which a young girl dives to uncover a sunken slave ship. Expressive verse and beautiful artwork serve as a tribute to both heritage and history, while shining a light on the real divers who explore these shipwrecks.

* To convey the feeling of descending to the depths of the ocean, this book is meant to be read vertically *

A past

that's passed from me

to you:

the dearest,

darkest,

deepest blue.

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