Book Feature: Oh, Nigel is That You? by Janis Latimore
by Blog Contributor | June 2, 2025 | book feature, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Poetry gets a reputation for being heavy and deep. However, Janis Latimore’s Oh, Nigel is That You? demonstrates that it can also celebrate simple joys like that of seeing a child grow up.
Sometimes the best kinds of poetry to write are the ones that celebrate the little things in life that make it all worthwhile. Janis Latimore certainly thinks so, and it shows in her own poetry collection Oh, Nigel is That You? Intended for readers young and old, the book pours out her heartfelt love for every growing child.
What is Oh, Nigel is That You About?
The book is rhyming chronicle of a little boy named Nigel as he grows up in his family. Starting with his darling years as a baby, it then shares all the fun, hilarious and adorable things that he gets up to through the years.
These include not only his childhood, but even as he reaches the age of twelve. Each line is a celebration of various milestones as well as the beauty of watching a little boy grow to discover dreams, find success and be blessed with opportunities by hardworking parents.
What Readers Can Expect from the Book
For those who want a poetry book for the family library, this heartfelt collection is quite a gift. After all, it is about poetry and child developments. It is certainly simple enough to for parents to help their own children read while learning about rhymes.
And at the same time, it paints a very cute picture of what it is like to start as a baby then grow older, learn new things and start discovering one’s passion in life.
The book is also Latimore’s retelling of her own experiences. The real Nigel is her nephew and she has spent much time with him and his family, having so many wonderful memories of watching him grow up.
For her, all children are an inspiration and she hopes the book will teach families to be aware of just how precious a gift they are. It is her call to the world that children be given all the love and opportunity to thrive.
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Is Oh, Nigel is That You Worth Reading?
The book can certainly offer every family an opportunity to sit down and discover the timeless lesson of growing up. For younger readers, it shows them what to expect the older they get. It can inspire them to discover the things they will enjoy and pursue further later in life. (In Nigel’s case, it’s learning French and falling in love with the art of music.) Meanwhile, parents will have more awareness of how important these needs are.
About the Author
The book’s poetry is also subtly informed by Latimore’s own background in public service and her advocacy for equality. Much of her wider body of written includes op-ed articles on various social justice topics as well as literature, poetry and the humanities.
Having grown up with loving parents of her own, she knows just how important it is for the wider society to support growing children by helping their parents find opportunities to enhance their lives. Asides from her public service work, she has also been a union affiliate and offered assistance to students with writing projects.
Today, she remains active in her civic duties within her community and has kept abreast of the various issues that are faced by every other community just like it. All the while, she will continue to use her natural talent and love for writing to raise awareness on the most relevant topics related to the welfare of families, and ensuring each one has the support it needs for a bright future.
Get the book today!
Oh, Nigel is That You? can be just the sort of reading material a new family can get to imagine all the wonderful things that are in store for their little ones when they grow up. Those who would like a copy can already find it online at Amazon as well as BookBaby.
