A powerful bilingual book that aims to create a space in the world of childrens literature for gender-nonconforming and gender-diverse kids will hit shelves this week.

Author Laurin Mayeno based One of a Kind, Like Me/nico Como Yo on her son Danny , who wanted to be a princess in his schools parade. Written for children age 4-7 in both English and Spanish, One of a Kind, Like Me/nico Como Yo tells a multicultural story of gender diversity for kids who dont see their stories and experiences reflected in literature.

In this interview with The Huffington Post, Mayeno reflects on her decision to write One of a Kind, Like Me/nico Como, her message to parents who may be critical of encouraging gender diversity in children and what she wants young readers to take away from the book.