Presents a nonfiction picture book chronicling the life of Jackie Ormes, a Black woman cartoonist who made space for herself in the male-dominated world of cartooning, and details her early life, career as a journalist and cartoonist, and legacy. Includes back matter, author's note, and additional resources.

"When Jackie Ormes sees an opportunity, she takes it. She's a journalist, cartoonist, fashionista, philanthropist, and activist -- and she wants to use her artistry to bring joy and hope to Black people everywhere. But in post-World War II America, Black people are still being denied their civil rights, and Jackie has a dilemma: How can her art remain true to her signature Jackie joy, while also staying honest about the inequalities Black people have...