Toni D. Chambers

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About The Author

Toni D. Chambers (she/her) is an electric lady born and raised in Southern New Haven, Connecticut. She earned her BFA in illustration at the University of Massachusetts. Currently, she is living her best life as an illustrator in Landover, Maryland. Born to Jamaican immigrant parents, Toni has always considered family, culture, and the arts prominent, inspiring forces in her life. She’s always wanted to be an artist, whether as a dancer, actress, or singer. Her passion for reading and storytelling led her to a career as an illustrator.

Books by Toni D. Chambers

At Night, They Danced
By Victoria Scott-Miller
Illustrated by Toni D. Chambers
Two brothers don’t know what to make of their parents spending their date night at home in this charming picture book celebrating the joy of a close-knit family sharing a special evening of togetherness, fun, and love.
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Bite by Bite

American History through Feasts, Foods, and Side Dishes

By Marc Aronson, Paul Freedman, Frederick Douglass Opie, Amanda Palacios, Tatum Willis and David Zheng
Illustrated by Toni D. Chambers
Explore the fascinating history of America as told through the lens of food in this illustrated nonfiction middle grade book “sure to please history buffs and foodies alike” (BCCB, starred review) that lays out the diverse cultures that have combined to create the rich and delicious tap...
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