Banana Boy Billy received a Readers’ Favorite®️ Five-Star Review by Michelle Stanley: "This touching tale was written by Barbara Ann Brownlee, who shares fond memories of her big brother, Billy. Banana Boy Billy is beautifully written with lovely illustrations. It is an upbeat, inspiring poem that will appeal to children. This is a great book that can be used as teaching material to encourage children to be kind and compassionate to others.”

 

Author Barbara Ann Brownlee infused heart, meaning, and creativity, sprinkled with life lessons, to entertain and empower young readers. Banana Boy Billy will be especially engaging to military families, parents who have children with severe illnesses, elementary school kids who have encountered bullies, readers who enjoy stories in verse, and everyone who has a connection to Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Banana Boy Billy teaches the importance of bravery and conquering problems like a hero. It also shows children how love, hope, and faith in a family can help them bounce back and persevere.