Briana Mukodiri Uchendu

Photograph (c) Briana Mukodiri Uchendu

About The Author

Briana Mukodiri Uchendu, recent recipient of the John Steptoe New Talent Award, is an illustrator, visual development artist, and first-generation Nigerian American. She is the illustrator of multiple picture books including The Talk by Alicia D. Williams, which received a Coretta Scott King Author Honor. Her work is inspired by her interests in folklore, film, and animation and her passion to highlight voices that usually go unheard. 

Books by Briana Mukodiri Uchendu

Hairstory
By Sope Martins
Illustrated by Briana Mukodiri Uchendu
Joy hums from this “glorious…beautifully styled” (Booklist, starred review) picture book celebration of the richness of the African heritage behind braids, locs, cornrows, and all manner of crowning glory, from ancient times to present day—perfect for fans of Sul...
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