Black history & culture
Juneteenth Jubilee: Messages of Freedom
Explore freedom and the stories of Juneteenth, one page at a time.
$10.00 USD
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Inclusive children's books
Little stories.Big belonging.
Stories that celebrate who children are and help them explore how they feel. Make room on the bookshelf for culture, curiosity, and a little more kindness.
For home, story time, and the classroom.
Because every child has a story.
✦ Stories that celebrate differences
✦ Culture, kindness & big feelings
✦ By author Shakeema Funchess
A story for their shelf
Open a book. Open a world.
Discover stories that bring history, imagination, and everyday wonder a little closer.
Culture & discovery
The ABCs Of Pinkster: A Story to Share
Meet Pinkster through an alphabet adventure made for sharing.
$10.00 USD
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Bedtime & wonder
Goodnight, North Star
Settle into a story for a quieter, cozier end to the day.
$10.00 USD
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Find their next chapter
Growing readers, meet your stories.
A little guidance for the grown-ups choosing their next great read.
The heart behind the stories
Every child deserves a place in the story.
Adventures in Zen Books grew from a belief that children should see themselves, their families, and their cultures on the page. Shakeema's stories make room for differences, meaningful conversations, and the joy of being yourself.
Author, educator & social-emotional learning advocate
Meet the authorFor schools & community groups
Bring the stories to life.
Start a conversation about author visits, storytelling, and creative activities for your school or group.
Explore school visits & workshops →For little makers
Keep the creativity going.
Make a little room for imagination with free coloring pages to enjoy at home or in your classroom.
Explore free activities →A note on our artwork: Our children's book illustrations are AI-generated. We share this openly so you can choose what feels right for your family or classroom.