12 Black Children's Books for Holiday Gift Ideas

It’s that time of year again – after the turkey’s been cooked and eaten, many parents and older relatives will be looking for suitable gifts for their children and cousins. As Christmas arrives followed by Kwanzaa, here, we’ll go through a list of good Black children’s books that will help your child gain an early love of reading as well as educating them on the world around them.

1. Zoe’s Bun by E. Danielle Butler

A story about loving yourself and what you were born with, Zoe’s Bun is a great book to help young women take pride in who they are, as well as serving as an excellent way for a parent to bond with their daughter through a common thread.

2. Zachary Goes to School by E. Danielle Butler

Zachary Goes to School is an excellent read for your preschooler or first-grader, or any child dealing with anxiety over their early learning. Empathetic and easy to follow, this book is a must-have for getting through those first school days.

3. Zoe Gets a Brother by E. Danielle Butler

A book about understanding and accepting your siblings and the impact they’ll have on your life, Zoe Gets a Brother is a good choice for those families both expecting a new arrival soon and for those who already have multiple little ones running around.

4. Adventures of the Mind by E. Danielle Butler

A writing journal filled with exercises to help expand the imagination and one’s own writing skills, Adventures of the Mind is a good fit for those kids of a creative bent.

5. Have You Thanked a Kidventor Today? By Patrice McLaurin

Written for the more scientifically curious child, Have You Thanked a Kidventor Today? is designed to stimulate natural curiosity about how the world works and serves as a fun and involved introduction to the scientific world.

6. I Am Because I Choose by Patrice McLaurin

A simple picture book that teaches the importance of things like perseverance and striving for success, I Am Because I Choose is a fantastic choice to help black children understand how important all the little decisions they make are, as well as encouraging them to try and understand others.

7. I Can Be by Felicia Lee

I Can Be helps a child explore all of the different things they can aspire to, as well as showing black children that nothing they strive for is beyond their reach.

8. Get to Know Me A to Z: Black Boys are More Than the Skin You See by Renee Eckles-Hardy

Learn the alphabet and the possibilities with Get to Know Me From A to Z! This book is a push back against the negative narratives of our Black boys with full-color illustrations just as vibrant as they are!

9. I Am Pretty: Pretty Is on the Inside by Je’Quita Zachary Johnson

Another pick for helping to build confidence and strength in young black women, I Am Pretty is wonderfully illustrated and capable of reaching different age groups with its relatable and necessary message – true beauty comes from inside. 

10. Danny Dollar Millionaire Extraordinaire – The Lemonade Escapade by Ty Allan Jackson

This book is a great introduction to the struggles and intricacies of being an entrepreneur thanks to its kid-friendly writing style and use of language. An excellent gift for the business-minded youngster, Danny Dollar Millionaire Extraordinaire is a solid choice for any parent.

11. The Supadupa Kid by Ty Allan Jackson

In a culture so currently saturated with superheroes, stories like The Supadupa Kid are important for black children of all ages, as they show that anyone can wear the mask and be a hero too. A graphic novel packed with action and laughs, this is one gift you won’t regret giving.

12. Black Heroes: A Black History Book for Kids: 51 Inspiring People from Ancient Africa to Modern-Day U.S.A. by Arlisha Norwood

A collection of biographies of famous black men and women all throughout history, Black Heroes is great for elementary school kids and serves to educate them on their history in a way that they can both understand and enjoy.

Black children deserve to see themselves positively at every turn. Regular holidays are a great time to pour into them knowledge and experiences that will create a lasting impact.

Top 3 Reasons to Hire a Ghostwriter

The art of ghostwriting is a timeless skill that has been around for centuries. However, it wasn’t until recently that ghostwriting lost its taboo association. Individuals and organizations have begun to embrace the ghostwriting process and its benefits. The benefits of ghostwriting include time management, extended knowledge and skilled writing.

1.       Time Management

Time management is perhaps among the foremost benefits of hiring a ghostwriter. Hiring a ghostwriter allows one to still produce content without having to sacrifice the time that it takes to produce a book or content. Ghostwriters work on deadlines.

2.       Extended Knowledge

Hiring a ghostwriter enables an author a chance to extend their knowledge base. While they are working or completing other tasks, a ghostwriter is gathering knowledge. The ghostwriter is table to research and comb through large amounts of information. This extension of knowledge allows the author to be more productive and take in a broader amount of knowledge in their area of expertise.

3.       Skilled Writing

Many people shy away from publishing books and articles based on their writing skills. For some, “I’m not a good writer” has been tagging along with them from high school or college. By hiring a ghostwriter, the pressure to be a good writer is removed. Authors are then free to focus on content without being snagged by grammar, punctuation, and other areas. Hiring a ghostwriter means harnessing skilled writing with clear ideas for a polished end-result.

Time management, extended knowledge, and skilled writing are among the top benefits of hiring a ghostwriter. Other benefits include having more time to focus on other aspects of your work and having a collaboration partner to share the workload. Worked with a ghostwriter before? What are some benefits you’ve received?

The Secret: How Leaders, Celebrities, and Influencers Write Books

Ever wonder how leaders, celebrities and influencers find the time to write books? The secret is out! They are hiring ghostwriters to do it for them. By hiring a ghostwriter these individuals are able to provide content and additional monetization to their brands. What was once taboo has now become an expectation. People expect the icons they envy to have someone write for them with no reservations. But how does this process work?

Total Package

Some people are simply too busy doing the work to get into the details of writing a book. That’s where a ghostwriter comes in. In total package scenarios, the ghostwriter conducts the research necessary to put the book together as well as composes the work. In some cases, the author may not even read the book before it is released. This writing style takes trust and professionalism.

Meat on the Bones

There are individuals who have the ideas and knowledge framework for their book. In these cases, they provide the ghostwriter with an outline and notes for how the content should be arranged. The ghostwriter provides any additional research and fills in the details producing a complete work. The final delivery is reviewed by the author to make sure their desires are included.

Jessie Maple and E. Danielle Butler working on 2019 Memoir, The Maple Crew.

Side-by-Side

The side by side writing process is one in which a ghostwriter spends significant amounts of time interviewing the author. Recordings are made with copious notes to follow. The ghostwriter then goes away to compose the work based on the information that is obtained. The author usually participates in the finalization process ensuring their satisfaction.

In each case, the ghostwriting process provides an opportunity for executives, personalities and others to add publications to their resume. The type of ghosting relationship should be established based on individual needs. Moreover, authors have the ability to choose to work with ghostwriters that can capture their voice and message with clarity. Which ghostwriting style would work best for your book endeavors?