Love Is in the Air

Written by Dee Romito · Illustrated by Vivian Mineker

A young woman defies norms to become a pioneering WWII pilot.

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40 pages· ~630L

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Bookroo's summary

Nancy Harkness Love defies societal norms to become a trailblazing pilot during WWII. From her first biplane ride at sixteen to leading the Women's Auxiliary Ferrying Squadron, Nancy's journey is one of determination and breaking barriers. As she navigates the skies and her career, she paves the way for future female aviators. Will her passion for flight overcome the challenges of her time? Discover how Nancy's courage and vision helped shape the future of women in aviation.

From the publisher

Take off with Nancy Harkness Love, first female pilot to serve in the Army Air Forces and founder of the Women’s Auxiliary Ferrying Squadron (WAFS) during World War II, in this picture book biography perfect for readers of Fly, Girl, Fly! or Fearless Flyer. In 1930, when Nancy Harkness was sixteen years old, she took a ride in a biplane and fell in love with flight. But at that time, women weren’t encouraged to pursue careers in aviation. Despite the barriers, Nancy took to the air and earned her pilot’s license. She continued to fly in college, becoming known as “The Flying Freshman.” After traveling to Boston for a job, she met her future husband and fellow pilot, Bob Love, and began her official career in aviation, eventually becoming director of the WAFS during World War II. By pursuing her dreams, Nancy paved the way for other female pilots to soar.

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