First book in a new series of picture books by Healey and Fraser: Trailblazing Canadians Series. Part of a trend in children's literature to tell true stories and the lives of historic, innovative, and diverse people; similar to Little People, Big Dreams and Scholastic Canada Biography series. Strong market interest in diverse & BIPOC children's books. Books in the series tell the life stories of captivating, unique, and diverse women in straightforward narratives for early readers. No other direct comp-this is the first children's picture book dedicated to Kimiko Murakami's life story. Contains a historical timeline, ideal for educational or classroom use. Themes & topics include cultural diversity, racism, overcoming adversity, bravery, gender barriers, Japanese cultural traditions, internment, war, and personal strength. Illustrator is Mixed Japanese-Canadian (fourth generation/Yonsei).