Dreaming in Indian - by Lisa Charleyboy (Hardcover)

About the Book

A powerful and visually stunning anthology from some of the most groundbreaking Native artists working in North America today.

Book Synopsis

A powerful and visually stunning anthology from some of the most groundbreaking Native artists working in North America today. Truly universal in its themes, Dreaming In Indian will shatter commonly held stereotypes and challenge readers to rethink their own place in the world. Divided into four sections, 'Roots, ' 'Battles, ' 'Medicines, ' and 'Dreamcatchers, ' this book offers readers a unique insight into a community often misunderstood and misrepresented by the mainstream media.

Review Quotes

Dreaming in Indian has a vibrancy I've not seen in anything else.--Debbie Reese"American Indians in Children's Literature" (09/08/2014)

For some time now, I've been waiting for Dreaming in Indian: Contemporary Native American Voices... It was getting buzz in Native networks on social media. I've read it, now, and highly recommend it... Dreaming in Indian has a vibrancy I've not seen in anything else. A vibrancy that, perhaps, is characteristic of a generation at ease with technology and its tools... I want to pore over the art, studying it, thinking about it, marveling at it. I can imagine a lot of people dismissing this work because it doesn't conform to their stereotypical ideas of dead or stoic Indians. But I can also imagine a lot of others holding it dear because it reflects who we are... You'll also have a solid introduction to the artists and writers, their lives, what drives them... Gritty and real, their live stories are inspiring... There's a lot to ponder in Dreaming In Indian. It'll challenge readers, in good ways, and that is a good thing. Check it out.--Debbie Reese"American Indians in Children's Literature" (09/08/2014)

An outstanding anthology sure to engage youth in discussions about 21st century Native American culture.--Annette Lamb"Library Thing" (10/15/2014)

This slim book effectively presents honest portrayals of strong, hopeful, and courageous indigenous youth living nonstereotypical lives. Not to be missed.--Naomi Caldwell"Publishers Weekly" (11/01/2014)

About the Author

Lisa Charleyboy (Tsilhqot'in) is a writer and social entrepreneur. She's Editor-In-Chief of "Urban Native Magazine," which focuses on pop culture with an Indigenous twist.

Mary Beth Leatherdale writes, edits, and consults on books, magazines, and digital resources for children and youth.