As he grows up, he finds his calling in strength sports. Whether opening “the TIGHTEST pickle jars” or carrying many packed grocery bags into the house all at once, Rob Kearney is a strong kid. Reading this book can help kids find their own personal strength, too.The first openly gay strongman overhauls stereotypes.

And being willing to let others know who you really are. 'Rob Kearney is a Strongman and his story will show readers what being a strong man means. Wonderful writing, fabulous, illustrations, and meticulous research make this book, like Rob himself, a true winner.'- Lesléa Newman, author of Heather Has Two Mommies and Sparkle Boy But when he falls in love with Joey, he finds the strength to come out and be himself. He is also insecure, self-conscious, and full of doubt. ' I love everything about STRONG! The writing, the illustrations, and most of all, the message to be yourself. 'Authors Kearney and Rosswood develop this picture book memoir about the world’s first openly gay strongman using emphatic text, while Chanani’s vivid hues emphasize Kearney’s bold aesthetic.'- Publishers Weekly This is an important and unique topic told in an engaging narrative style, featuring a little-known sport, a great athlete, and an even greater story of ultimate sportsmanship.'- SLJ

'The illustrations are vivid and dynamic. 'Real-life strongman Kearney and LGBTQ+ parenting expert Rosswood team up to create this positive, affirming picture-book memoir…. A bright, bold picture-book biography.'- Kirkus Reviews 'This happy, bright book helps break LGBTQ+ stereotypes and makes for a celebratory read during Pride Month-and all year long.'- Booklist Nidhi lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and kid. Rob’s story inspired her to start weightlifting, but she feels strongest when she is drawing, dreaming, and spending time with her family. Nidhi Chanani is the award-winning creator of the graphic novels Pashmina and Jukebox and the illustrator of many picture books, including I Will Be Fierce by Bea Birdsong. Eric lives in New York with his husband, Mat, and their two children.

He believes being strong means being true to yourself and strives to do that every day by being the best dad, writer, and friend he can be.

He lives in Massachusetts with his husband, Joey.Įric Rosswood is an LGBTQ+ activist and the award-winning author of Journey to Same-Sex Parenthood and The Ultimate Guide for Gay Dads. Rob finds strength in taking pride in himself, support from friends and family, and working hard every day to make his dreams come true. He is a North American champion, world-record holder, and a Pro Ambassador for Athlete Ally. Rob Kearney is the only openly gay professional strongman in the world.

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