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We are proud to be featuring our first title, “What It Means to Be Me.” This picture book has eight lighthearted short stories of bullying, losing a loved one, discrimination, friendships, God and it guarantees a smile! Children have a unique way of seeing the world. And we love it! Stick around and get to know the characters below and participate in our FREE GIVEAWAY!
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Our focus is children. All of our books are created to empower and entertain. Our readers are small but our messages are big!
Our Featured Book:
“What It Means to Be Me” is a picture book with eight short stories. This book is a great way to initiate conversations about sensitive topics and everyday issues. And some stories are just for fun! It contains lighthearted stories of bullying, losing a loved one, discrimination, friendships, God, and more!
Our objective is to uplift build confidence and give a child assurance they are not alone when dealing with unfamiliar situations. It also encourages children to embrace being inquisitive and not be afraid to ask questions. A child may not remember every detail of their life growing up, but they will remember what made them smile when they were dealing with an issue. We can’t shelter our youth from life, but a story that understands what they are going through will help a little. Get to know the characters below.
$19.95 for 1 book. 8 Amazing stories.
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“What It Means to Be Me”
Hard copy. 1 Book 8 Stories. 62 pages.
$19.95
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- Amazon Kindle $4.99 Hard copy $19.95
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Have you read our featured title? If so, we would love to hear from you. Let us know your favorite character (s) below in the comment section. If you haven’t read the book, no worries! Below are snippets of each story or check out the video below to read excerpts.
Get to know the characters
“Chrissy’s Pet Rock”
Chrissy is a whimsical girl faced with bullying. We tell children to tell someone if they are bullied or see someone being bullied. However, sometimes, there’s no one around to tell. Chrissy’s story is a situation she handles herself. Her confidence is magnetic and teaches at the same time.
“Is God Real?”
Questions, questions, and more questions. Tim’s inquisitive mind won’t rest until he gets answers. He has an intense conversation with a pastor and wants to know if God is real. As far as he’s concern, God doesn’t exist.
“The Group”
Carrie and Jane are best friends with many differences but have one thing in common. They both are friendly to everyone they meet. Their story displays their kindness and the brilliant idea of starting a group named “Beauty” for kids who are different in a big or small way. To these girls, prejudice isn’t a problem; it simply doesn’t exist.
“Where did she go?”
Innocent and sweet, Emily’s world is turned upside down when she finds out some devastating news that will change her life forever.
“I Love My Brown Skin”
Not all lessons are taught in a classroom. James learns the hard way the meaning of pride. He and his father are celebrating his spelling bee victory, and soon after, their night is rudely interrupted in the most inhumane way.
“The Spelling Test”
Taking test is not at the top of Tommy’s list of fun things to do. He hates it. He doesn’t think he’s smart enough to pass his spelling test. He’s feeling hopeless and helpless. There’s only one thing he can do … Check out his story!
Talk about independent! NIYA says she’s five so, what’s wrong with her staying up all night. She has things to do and places to go. “I’m Not Sleepy” shows Niya telling her mother she refuses to go to sleep. She later regrets her decision after dealing with the consequences.
“The Group” by Dee Boykin (animated video)
WE HAVE A WINNER!!
Click on the video to read excerpts
“What It Means to Be Me”
Hard copy. 1 book. 8 Amazing stories. 62 pages.
$19.95
“What It Means to Be Me” Book 2 Titles:
- New Baby
- No Holidays
- Ben’s New Home
- Sorry It Was Me
- Me and My Rottie
- Do I Have to Choose?
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Quotes we love
“Reading is essential for those who seek to rise above the ordinary.”
Jim Rohn
“Logic will get you from A to Z; imagination will get you everywhere.”
Albert Einstein
“A book is a gift you can open again and again.“
Garrison Keillor
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I was originally drawn to this book for the illustrations. I’m an upcoming graphic artist searching the web for graphical inspiration. With no intent on actually reading the content I stumbled upon “I Love My Brown Skin”. Not to get mushy but it was a good read. No kids. No nieces or nephews. Just a dude that read a kids book! 😳 btw I would like to work w/this author. I won’t infringe on your sites soliciting policy so I won’t post my website link. How can I submit my profile?
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Hi Ryan! Thanks for the inquiry and kind words. All profiles are welcome and will be sent to the author. Feel free to leave a message and links on our “contact us” page. Best of luck!
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This book has insightful novellas for kids. They are worded perfectly for young comprehension. Great for pre-teens too or at least my tween girls loved reading them to their younger siblings.
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This book will be added to our list of favorites. Great story topics and packed with hidden messages.
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My reaction to this book was unexpected. I Love my skin is a favourite. It was the most relatable amongst the brown community. I like the stories are inclusive of all ethnic communities and makes you smile.
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I clicked a link on Barnes and Noble and Wham! I’m here. I agree with the other commenters it was an easy read. As a multi racial woman I appreciated the inclusivity of the characters. ‘The Group’ was a beautiful idea for a story.
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A page turner! Highly recommend.
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Emily’s storyline is creatively told. New subbers here.
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Our wrongful actions as adults have a huge impact on our youth.
It was refreshing to read a realistic story suitable for a child’s attention and eye opening for adults. Bravo! I Love my Brown Skin and The group was amazing.
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I DID NOT LIKE HOW THE STORIES ENDED POSITIVELY.
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muy buen libro para niños. ¿A dónde fue? fue muy cariñoso. Le leo a mis chicas antes de acostarme. ¡¡El libro es genial !!
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Thanks for the rush on my order and the address mix up. HAPPY HOLIDAYS!! 🎄
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I Love my brown skin 🖤
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We have to admit we wanted to read more of Emma’s story. My daughter and I taught it That was not what we expected for a kid book. Truly liked the plot.
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I can’t choose one so I say the book was good for kids and older ones. Liked the one of the dad and son of standing up for self.
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Toronto born here! “The Group” brought on found memories of my childhood running about with my besties from South Africa and our neighbors from Portugal and Pakistan. Oh we had many good days! It’s a great story “The Group” me gals and I enjoyed it a lot.
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We are happy with our purchase. Strongly recommended.
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Delayed delivery 2x. From the direct printing site. I could have come here, furious on that note. thoughts are pleased with the purchase. My children read the book in its entirety, on the first night. The stories are thought provoking and does grabs your attention. I recommend the book despite delivery issue.
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I. Love. My. Brown. Skin. Short story with a punch. We loved that story especially. Our brown kids go through and see a lot. This was a cute way of displaying a topic our babies deal with.
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Money well spent.
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My son’s teacher sent a list of books to read on break and WIMTBM was on the list. I was not expecting to myself enjoy the stories. A few were sweet but I Love my brown skin was so powerful yet seen through the eye of a kid. I was very pleased I came across this book and I strongly recommend it. “Is God Real” is a favorite too.
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🖤🖤🖤 “I Love my Brown Skin” and “The Group”
have issues we are dealing with now. I liked how the group story showed children have more sense than we adults. Overall I and my kids enjoyed the book. My issue was the shipping time there was a problem with delivery I had to order on kindle which was fine.
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We enjoyed every story! Nicely written
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This is a nice book for conversation. The story with the ballet girl is the sweetest hopeful story of grieving. I can’t remember the last time I read a kids book and thought about it afterwards. I Love my brown skin is the story that will have you thinking when you are done. I am happy I made the purchase.
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Good day! I purchased a book from B&N and I thought it would be signed. Great stories btw!
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⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️
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Equality is a choice for the weak! You can not convince a child to love others by writing a story. Nice try tho
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A delightful collection of stories. What a beautiful depiction of friendships and triumphs. We really enjoyed them all there are two that standed out. Where is she and I love my skin. Look forward to reading more.
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Thanks for the fast delivery. Apologies for the complicated demands.
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I recommend this book to someone wanting to teach empathy. The little dancer girl’s story was touching it reminded me of an old book my grandmother read to me as a kid.
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Our books were shipped late!
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Is God Real? Was a great way of explaining god’s existence. We are pleased with our purchase.
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I was surprised each story was interesting. Will buy future books.
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Great story! “Brown Skin” 🖤
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I did not expect it from the first story to the last to be entertaining. Each one is very different and they all are written well to get a point across with minimum words.
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How do I order bulk shipment? Is there a discount for it? Thank you
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From UGanda!! we love. Very enjoy books of Brown Skin an Is god real.
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Hello, I wanted to say that story if the young lady Emily really touch my heart. God bless children who lose a child. I won’t be a spoiler but the ending of each story is a winner.
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If I could change anything , it would be to include all genders. Not everyone is considered boys and girls. There are non-conforming individuals. To constantly say “boys/girls” throughout a book can be offensive to many.
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Purchased from Amazon it was cheaper but took longer to get.
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Pleasure to read they are short but lots of details. I would recommend.
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Great stories!
Easy vocabulary for kids to read alone. The storyline is good for older kids as well. “Are you my friend” has a good twist at the kid. I will recommend this book. 🙂
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Bulk order took too long from direct publishing company. Please inform your supplier to do a better job at communicating and handling international orders.
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The story of the little ballerina and her Aunt was simply beautiful. Does this author have any other work?
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