Book cover for "Fighting Words" by Leonarda Carranza, illustrated by Erika Medina. The title is shown above an angry speech cloud filled with symbols, with two children shouting on either side. Text at the bottom reads: “Shortlisted for 2025 Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Children’s Book Award.” Logos for the Ontario Arts Council, Ontario Arts Foundation, Ruth and Sylvia Schwartz Award, and Annick Press are also present.

FIGHTING WORDS by #LeonardaCarranza & #EricaMedina, published by #AnnickPress: *Love* the imaginative story, in which child's angry words come to life (& Erica's art is SO full of energy!). Well-deserved ⭐Kirkus review. More: www.annickpress.com/Books/F/Figh...
📚👍🏽 #SchwartzAwards #CanKidLit