The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish

Written by Lil Miss Hot Mess · Illustrated by Olga de Dios Ruiz

A drag queen's performance inspires everyone to embrace their true selves.

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40 pages

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Bookroo's summary

In a vibrant twist on a classic nursery rhyme, a drag queen takes the stage, captivating an audience with her dazzling routine. As she swishes and sways, she encourages everyone to embrace their unique selves. This playful picture book celebrates individuality and the joy of being fabulous, inviting readers of all ages to join the fun and find their own rhythm. Will the audience discover the courage to express their true colors?

From the publisher

Playing off “The Wheels on the Bus,” this nursery rhyme book from a founder of Drag Queen Story Hour is a fun, freewheeling celebration of being your most fabulous self.The Hips on the Drag Queen Go Swish, Swish, Swish encourages readers to boldly be exactly who they are. Written by a founding member of the nationally recognized Drag Queen Story Hour (DQSH), this playful picture book offers a quirky twist on a classic nursery rhyme by illustrating all of the ways to “work it”. The story plays off “The Wheels on the Bus” as it follows a drag queen who performs her routine in front of an awestruck audience. A fun frenzy of fierceness, this book will appeal to readers of all ages.

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