"Community gardens are true solutions to eating better foods and living healthier lives. The gorgeous and engaging illustrations make the story come alive. It is possible to create lasting change in our communities. The Young Garden king shows us the way. Everyone can be part of the change we'd like to see. This little book will inspire neighborhoods and communities to join hands, stick them in the ground, and grow the foundations for healthier and peaceful living." Carlos De La Rosa - President & CEO, The Center For Plant Conservation

"While the Young Garden King highlights the impact that a food desert can have on one family, it also celebrates how one person can galvanize a community to address an issue. The children's book is timely, relevant, and inspirational." Marcus Nicolas - Board Member, Leon County School District

"The Young Garden King is an uplifting story about a boy making positive change in his family and community. This book is a wonderful tool to start conversations about healthy eating choices and the need for communities to demand healthy food options. Well written and illustrated in an upbeat manner this book tackles a serious subject in a positive and hopeful manner." Jo Ann Kvamme - Assistant Director, Environmental Dynamics Program at University of Arkansas

"It is so important to see ourselves represented in storytelling. This reflective narrative inspires curiosity, agency, and an appreciation of family." Wendell Scales Jr. - Director of Innovation, Lighthouse Academies

"The Young Garden King shows readers of all ages the power of food as medicine and the ways we can all contribute to resilient communities, no matter our size! Through Imhotep, Bruce helps young readers learn creativity, empathy, and perseverance." Stephanie Barger - Senior Manager of Health Communications, University of Arkansas Medical Science Community of Practices

"The Young Garden King is a thoughtful tale that can inspire young children to observe and aim to make positive community change. Hopefully it will inspire the next generation of children to grow their food and become more communal." Calandra Whitfield - Senior Social Scientist, Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance

"The Young Garden King is not just a story about farming. It's a celebration of community spirit and the importance of working together. As he cares for his mom, he explores the farm, he encounters neighbors helping each other with tasks, sharing meals, and celebrating the harvest together. The message of interconnectedness is subtly woven into the narrative, fostering an appreciation for the bonds that tie us together." Monique Jones - Director of Outreach, St. James Food Pantry