Embarking on the exhilarating yet nerve-wracking journey of self-publishing my very first children's book was a defining moment in my life. The process was daunting, but I was resolute in my mission to share my story with the world. Little did I anticipate that the hurdles ahead would extend far beyond the realms of writing and editing.
I had poured my heart and soul into creating a beautiful children's book with a Black girl as the main character, proudly sporting her big, beautiful afro. I was eager to introduce her to young readers who, like her, deserved to see themselves reflected in the pages of a book. However, my excitement soon turned to shock and disappointment when I received feedback suggesting that my book wouldn't sell because "there wasn't a market" for it.
