Alice Faye Duncan
ALICE FAYE DUNCAN is a National Board educator who writes for young learners. Her Juneteenth book, OPAL LEE AND WHAT IT MEANS TO BE FREE is a bestseller having sold 100,000 copies since January 2022. Her blues fable, YELLOW DOG BLUES was a New York Times “Best Illustrated Picture Book” selection in 2022. Alice is celebrated for writing picture book biographies filled with rhythm and captivating imagery. Her two new books for 2026 are BLUES BOY (The B.B. King Story) and THE DREAM BUILDER’S BLUEPRINT, a poem that presents Dr. King’s message to young people. Alice Faye Duncan believes that books are the gifts that make like-long learners. Writing for children is her super power. Kindness is her religion and Memphis, TN is her hometown. Learn more at www.alicefayeduncan.com
