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BOOKS | Brave Kids Books Releases Volume 2 of Brave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire Our Future World-Changers Series


Brave Kids Books Releases Volume 2 of Brave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire Our Future World-Changers Series


A Portion of the New Book's First Quarter Profits will be Donated to ROOTS Africa

BETHESDA, MD–Laura Di Franco, CEO of Brave Healer Productions, is proud to announce the release of Brave Kids: Short Stories to Inspire Our Future World-Changers, Vol. 2, the sixth title from its Brave Kids Books division and the follow-up to the first short story book it published last year.


Di Franco says, "Both our returning authors and our new ones came together from all over the globe with a special energy and mission to inspire our future world-changers. Allow this magic and intention to delight, transport, and transform you."

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Indeed, 12 of the 24 writers in the short story collection are back. In addition to returning editor K. J. Kaschula, second-time contributors include Dr. Shelley Astrof, Kelly Daugherty, Susan Ernst, Samara Ena Minichiello, Dr. Heidi MacAlpine, Dr. Pamela J. Pine, Janice Pratt, N.S. Shakti, Meredith Speir, Susan Thompson, and Lorie Weed.


They are joined by new contributors Rose Aehle, Indya J. Clark, Carrie Freshour, Dr. George Garcia, Terri Hawke, MJ Luna, Dr. Charleen M. Michel, Cedric Nwafor, Eileen Poniński, TJ STAR, Timothy Stuetz, and Atlantis Wolf.


Meant to be read by parents with their children and utilizing fanciful characters like mango-loving crocodiles, dragons, and mermaids, the book contains stories that tackle a variety of common childhood concerns. Among them are dealing with mean kids, navigating grief, learning to trust their instincts, and standing up for what they believe in.


Di Franco points out that a portion of the new book's first quarter profits will be donated to ROOTS Africa, an international NGO committed to ending world hunger and poverty in Africa.


Praise for Brave Kids Vol. 2

"This captivating piece brings together a remarkable group of writers, each an expert in their own right, whose stories weave together into a cohesive theme of bravery. It's a celebration of the courage it takes to face our fears, whether as children or adults and push forward regardless." – Cedric Nwafor, co-founder. ROOTS Africa 


"Of all the gifts we can offer our children, the greatest, yet most challenging, is that of resilience. Brave Kids, Vol. 2 subtly weaves this invaluable trait into its stories, instilling in young minds the power to overcome obstacles, amplifying their inner strength." – Derek Strokon, CEO, Soul Summit Ventures and international best-selling author


"As an advocate for the defenseless and vulnerable, it's my hope this book finds its way into many hands. Each story has a unique way to summon that inner strength that's bursting to be released." — Bridget Brewster, co-founder, Agape International Missions


About the Author 

K.J. Kaschula grew up in South Africa where she continues to live part-time. She studied filmmaking at university and worked as an au pair in Paris, France, her second home. She loves to draw and tell children stories. She is the creator of The-Super-Dooper-Secret-Collection, a series of illustrated children's books that follow the adventures of Little Lizzie, who encounters the mystical, magical, and marvelous worlds that exist but have never before been seen by children. She's the lead author and illustrator in the Brave Kids series.


About Brave Kids Books                                   

Brave Kids Books draws its authors from healers and wellness practitioners who specialize in sharing important messages with children about being brave, speaking up, and understanding the magical gifts they possess. The company provides coaching and strategy sessions, design and editing services, and assistance with book launches and marketing.

For more information about Brave Kids Books, visit https://bravekidsbooks.com.

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