The Nia & Malik Series
Three beautiful books that tell children with dark skin: you are seen, you are celebrated, you are a crown. Every story is filled with warmth, joy, and the magic of natural hair.
Nia’s Crown
A story about natural hair, self-love, and the power of family
Nia is getting ready for picture day — but when she looks in the mirror, she wonders: are her braids too big? Too fluffy? Too much?
Then her grandmother sits beside her and says: “Every curl is a crown, my love.”
Ages 4 to 8 | Great for bedtime reading
Nia’s Focus Journey
A story about courage, resilience, and trying again
Something new is starting — and Nia’s tummy feels swirly inside. But her tiny firefly friend whispers: “Start small. Shine bright. Try again.”
Ages 4 to 8 | Great for starting school
Malik’s Crown
A story about Black boy joy, identity, and celebrating who you are
Malik is little — but his heart is enormous. His curls bounce and twist in every direction, just like him. When someone says his hair is “different,” he stands tall: “My curls are my crown!”
Ages 4 to 8 | Celebrates Black boy joy
Free Activity Pack with Every Book!
Every book comes with a free downloadable activity pack — coloring pages, word searches, mazes, and creative prompts. Perfect for after storytime!