'I Will Carry You' reflects on the love an Indigenous mother has for her child and how that bond continues through time. Beautifully written and produced with stunning illustrations, this book takes the reader on a sweet profound journey and resonates with adults and children alike. Recognizing the beauty of contemporary Indigenous art, Colleen Farwell publishing has committed to a collaborative partnership initiative with Native American artists Loren Aragon (ACONAV), Sylvia Farwell, Summer Peters, Katy Isennock & Johnson Taylor, and Tchin. These renowned artists' works have been interpreted into the 'I Will Carry You' world by illustrator Eleanor Grosch.
About the Author: Colleen Farwell is the author of 'I Will Carry You' children's book. Beautifully written with gorgeous illustrations that interpret the works of six Indigenous artists, 'I Will Carry You' is a vibrant, heartfelt testament to the unbreakable bond between mother and child. Colleen's work has recently been featured in the virtual artist series Gathering Seeds, produced by We Are the Seeds.
Colleen belongs to the Crow people and additionally descends from Gros Ventre. She is also adopted into the Mohawk people of Akwesasne through the Kanienkehaka longhouse. She spends her time between her home on Mohawk lands near Akwesasne, and her company warehouse in Arizona.
In addition to being a full time executive and published author, Colleen is the mother to six kind, courageous, incredible children.
Kirkus Review excerpt:
[Farwell's] evocative, heartwarming tale offers touching insights into strong family bonds. Readers will appreciate the sweet and tender examples of closeness. Grosch’s gorgeous illustrations are interpretations of renowned works by Indigenous artists. A poetic and sentimental parent-and-child tale featuring beautiful illustrations.
