From Archie to Zack

An unapologetic celebration of friendship and first crushes from author-illustrator Vincent X. Kirsch—now available in paperback, with four tear-out Valentine’s Day cards!“Archie loves Zack!”“Zack loves Archie!”Everyone said it was so.But Archie hasn’t told Zack yet. And Zack hasn’t told Archie. They spend just about every minute together: walking to and from school, doing science and art projects, practicing for marching band, learning to ride bikes, and so much more.Over the course of a few months, Archie tries to write a letter to Zack to tell him how he feels: “From A to Z.” None of his drafts sound quite right, so he hides them all away. One by one, Archie’s friends (Zelda, Zinnia, and Zuzella) find the letters . . . but they know exactly who they’re meant for. This picture book from Vincent X. Kirsch celebrates young, queer love in a whimsical, kid-friendly way.

**STARRED REVIEW** "A pure and perfect capture of first love, joyful and painful in the worries and doubt; the love on the page is so vivid it raises goosebumps of veracity and provides parents with a model to share with any child in the throes of a lasting crush."-- "School Library Journal"

Vincent X. Kirsch is an author, illustrator, playwright, and designer. He is the author-illustrator of books for children, including How I Learned to Fall Out of Trees and Natalie & Naughtily. He lives in Beverly Hills, California. You can find him online at vincentxkirsch.com.