Join Alicia Graf Mack as she inspires children to move, imagine, and discover the rhythm already inside them.
On audition day, surrounded by fearless dancers and music that moves the soul, Rhythm must find the courage to take her biggest leap yet.
Introducing Rhythm is a joyful celebration of movement, self-discovery, and illuminating the star that shines within us all.
Hardcover and hand-signed editions, plus classroom and bulk orders for schools, libraries, and studios.
Justin Campbell's vibrant illustrations bring Rhythm's world to life.
From ballet and tap to modern, hip-hop and step — the story celebrates the rhythm of diverse dance styles and traditions.
Rhythm's journey from insecurity to self-discovery shows young readers how to step into their own spotlight.
Dancers of all backgrounds and abilities fill these pages — because rhythm resides in every body.
Introducing Rhythm is independently published by Alicia's own Made to Move LLC — a labor of love from first sketch to final page. When you order here, your copy comes straight from her family to yours.
Put a joyful, inclusive dance story in every home, studio, school, and storytime circle.
Celebrate every genre of movement — ballet, tap, step, modern, hip-hop, and beyond.
Show every child that the rhythm they're looking for already lives inside them.
Alicia Graf Mack is the Artistic Director of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater and a celebrated dancer and educator whose career has spanned performance and cultural leadership at the highest level — from principal ballerina with Dance Theatre of Harlem to Dean and Director of Juilliard Dance.
In Introducing Rhythm, her debut picture book, she brings grace, imagination, and a deep love of storytelling to a vibrant world shaped by music, movement, and endless possibility.
