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Celebrating Diverse Narratives Through Diverse Young Voices

We’re creating space for under-represented youth to share their own stories on their own terms.

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Young Authors Publishing publishes children’s and young adult narratives by BIPOC writers that reflect the vast diversity of the world.

Our Purpose

We're on a mission to empower the authors of tomorrow, using their words to change the dialogue around representation in literature.

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Loved By Teachers & Librarians

“This book is beneficial for teachers and students. It shows them how to be patient, considerate, and to remember the Golden Rule.”

- TEACHER

“This is an excellent read for angry students! My school has decided to make a group purchase and start an all boys group grades 3-5.”

- TEACHER

Cover of the book What If No One Hears Me?

“This book’s lesson of not discarding things or people because they may be a little old is an important one. Ms. Powell is a young author, but a very wise person...the illustrations are also one of this book’s best features.”

- FULTON COUNTY LIBRARIAN

Curriculum

Designed by Educators, the Young Authors Publishing Writing Curriculum is a guided, instructor-led program that helps young writers everywhere conceptualize, plan, and write their own publishable story.

“Young Authors Publishing was a godsend to the children of Ebenezer. As a result of their efforts, our students became stronger writers and confident leaders."

- REVEREND CHELSEA D. WAITE,
MDiv Assistant Pastor for Children, College, and Women's Ministries Ebenezer Baptist Church

Curriculum Benefits

Students have the ability to own their own narratives, become storytellers, and express their emotions in a positive environment. Students gain confidence in their ability to share their own stories. Students learn to interact with books in a personal way after experiencing the mechanics of writing a book, developing a deeper love and appreciation for literacy.

For additional information on curriculum, email

leah@museinc.net

Our Curriculum Standards

Illustration of an apple with the abbreviation CC inside standing for Common Core

COMMON
CORE

SOCIAL EMOTIONAL
LEARNING STANDARDS

GEORGIA
PERFORMANCE

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Activity Guides

We're excited to offer free book-themed activity guides, coloring sheets, and completion certificates for all of our titles! Our free resources are the perfect way to keep young readers engaged with diverse literature even after they've finished reading the book.

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Author Spotlight

Justin Blount

Justin Blount is an 11-year-old young man. He is a young activist who is a strong advocate for diversity and inclusion. He loves music because he believes that music has a way of bringing people of different cultures and nationalities together. Justin was born in Atlanta, Georgia, and at a young age he saw the need for bringing awareness for racial equality. When Justin grows up, he wants to have a career as a music instructor.

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