Afronaut is a new publishing project from company Alanna Max, featuring books about and for African children, the Afronauts. Many have yet to see themselves in a book, despite the millions of folktales and stories from each culture on the continent. It’s been a dream of mine to play back all the wonderful ‘nganos’, or stories from my…… Continue reading The age of the Afronaut
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The language of West African Icons
Here’s a free download for you to enjoy! Sometimes you can come up with an idea that doesn’t quite fit its intended audience. What to do? This idea isn’t necessarily new to the world but it might be timely, with Valentine’s Day coming… Adinkra symbols are used in fabrics and pottery by the peoples of…… Continue reading The language of West African Icons
Be a voter!
There’s a real need for people to take their social and political responsibilities seriously. Here’s an illustration that helps remind us.
What it is, what it was, what it will be.
I grew up hearing stories from elders, something which sticks with me more than the history books I have read. Keep African oral history alive.
From idea to book
Everyone has a story… Everyone has a story inside them. Some of us tell it in a book or a play or on the stage, football pitch or boardroom. But most of us live our story, telling it to our loved ones, every day, year by year… the point is each story gets told and…… Continue reading From idea to book
Chicken Newspaper for Children
Chicken Newspaper for Children is five years old! Every issue is sharper and introduces the world to children from 5-12 years of age in the coolest way we know. We work with many creators and professionals who have something to say or explain and we are always hungry for more knowledge. So if you have…… Continue reading Chicken Newspaper for Children
The Illustrationist 