Joëlle Retener

Jun 6, 2024 | spiritualityandpractice.com | Joëlle Retener

Every year, Marley has tried — and failed — to work up the courage to go to the June Pride parade. They've heard from their grandparent Zaza how fun it is: "All our friends will be there. I can't wait to see the performing." But Marley is super sensitive to sensory overwhelm and keeps finding reasons not to go amid the noisy crowds. Zaza understands and always promises to bring them back something special.

Mar 28, 2024 | publishersweekly.com | Nancy Churnin |Gareth Peter |Joëlle Retener |Matteo L Cerilli

Rainbow Allies: The True Story of Kids Who Stood Against HateThe conceit that makes one small Massachusetts community shine is that “everyone is welcome; everyone is celebrated; everyone helps each other.” And when neighbor Cari marries, the community is happy to meet her wife, Lauri, and dogs Twink and Scout. After the women hang a Pride flag at their door, however, an act of hate sees the flag torn down and the couple’s home egged.