Little Troublemaker Takes a Stand

A story about a little troublemaker with a big heart who defends a friend from a class bully and gets in trouble herself, from the New York Times bestselling author and noted speaker Luvvie Ajayi Jones.

Little Luvvie loves recess! 

But things don't always go as she's planned. While she's playing on the playground she sees big kid pushing a smaller one. How dare he! But Luvvie’s instant response to push him herself gets her in trouble. Oh no! But this little troublemaker figures out how to turn things around.

In this remarkably relatable picture book, Little Luvvie, the star of Little Troublemaker Makes a Mess and Little Troublemaker Defends Her Name, learns that she can be kind even as she stands up for her friends.

Written by the New York Times bestselling author Luvvie Ajayi Jones, with bright, bold art by Joey Spiotto, this funny, sweet story is for every kid who wants to stand up for their friends, but isn't quite sure how to do it. It's for all the mini activists, justice warrors, and kids who think before they speak.

Luvvie Ajayi Jones is a lifelong troublemaker who is now a writer, speaker, and podcast host. She’s written five books (counting this one). Luvvie spends her time trying to figure out how to make the world better using her superpowers: her words and her side-eye. Her favorite color is red, her favorite food is jollof rice, and she loves spending her time laughing with her family and adding to her big shoe collection. You can visit her online at Luvvie.org or follow her on Instagram and TikTok @Luvvie.



Joey Spiotto is the author and illustrator of the graphic novel series Grumpy Unicorn as well as the books Alien Next Door and Firefly: Back from the Black. Joey has worked with Lucasfilm/Disney, Marvel Studios, Warner Bros., and more. Before making books, Joey was a concept artist in the film and video game industries. He lives just outside of Los Angeles with his wife and two little troublemakers. You can visit him online at JoeySpiotto.com or follow him on Instagram @Jo3bot and on X @JoeySpiotto.

• Publisher: Philomel Books
  
• Publish Date: March 16 2027
  
• Pages: 32
  
• Language: English
  
• Type: Hardcover
  
• EAN/UPC: 9780593694282
  
• Dimensions: 9 in H | 11 in W | 1.3 lb Wt
  
• BISAC Categories: Kids