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The Boy Who Read Newspapers

The Boy Who Read Newspapers

$19.95 USD
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The Boy Who Read Newspapers by James Musyoka, illustrated by Julia Cairns

 

James grew up in rural Kenya where few books were available. Eager to learn, James found anything he could to practice reading even the old newspapers used to wrap goat meat. Daily he walked barefoot for miles to
school and at home he studied by lantern. His dream to someday see a library was realized and more. James studied hard, graduated from university, and helped start a mobile library that now makes books available for children in Kenya.

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  • 100% of the proceeds of this book will be used for Kenya Connect’s Library, School Mobile Library and Literacy programs.

  • The Boy Who Read Newspapers is an inspiring story based on the true life of author James Musyoka and illustrated by acclaimed artist, Julia Cairns.

  • James Musyoka is the cofounder and executive director for Kenya Connect. He has more than twenty years of experience in community work and helping to empower communities through the power of education. James is a graduate of the University of Nairobi with a bachelor of arts in anthropology. He was awarded a Paul Harris Rotary Fellowship Award by the Sunshine Coast-Sechelt Rotary Club in British Columbia. He is a proud father of three daughters and his hobbies include reading, farming, playing dominoes, geocaching traveling and exploring new cuisines.

  • Julia Cairns developed her colorful whimsical style of painting while living in Botswana during her twenties. Originally from England, Julia fell in love with the Okavango swamps while traveling in Africa. It was in the delta where Julia met her future husband, an American wildlife biologist.

    During her years in Botswana, Julia was commissioned to illustrate several issues of stamps and developed her whimsical style while designing greeting cards. She has illustrated thirteen children’s books including Mama Panya’s Pancakes, We All Went on a Safari and the Spirit of the Cheetah. Julia currently resides in New Mexico.

Reviews

  • Kwame Alexander, Emmy Award-winning producer and New York Times best-selling author

    My friend James’ The Boy Who Read Newspapers is an homage to his love of reading and learning. The straightforward, relatable narrative and rustic beauty of Julia Cairns’ illustrations tells the story of a determined Kenyan boy who never lost his inspiration to read, and it encourages other kids to work hard toward reaching their own dreams. 

  • Amber Peterson, LitWorld

    The Boy Who Read Newspapers is a beautiful testament to the transformative power of literacy. It reminds us how stories open our eyes to the world and inspire change. With curiosity and a supportive community, there’s almost nothing we can’t achieve. It’s a heartfelt and inspiring read that stays with you long after the final page.

    Amber Peterson, LitWorld