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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New releases • 2027 calendars
2027 starts here.Stories for every month.
Two new calendars are here: one filled with storybook worlds, the other rooted in scripture, heritage, and hope. Find the one that speaks to you, then explore books, poetry, and more.
Two ways to make room for what matters, all year long.
A new year to read, reflect, and imagine together.
✦ Two new 2027 calendars
✦ Stories, scripture & belonging
✦ Created by Shakeema Funchess
New for 2027
Make room for stories, faith, and belonging in 2027. Explore the Adventures in Zen Storybook Calendar and Rooted in Faith Calendar, each created by Shakeema Funchess.
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2027 Adventures in Zen Storybook Calendar: A Year of Stories, Wonder & Belonging
Regular price $20.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
2027 Rooted in Faith Calendar: A Year of Scripture, Heritage & Hope
Regular price $20.00 USDRegular priceUnit price per
Find your next favorite thing.
Explore books, poetry, journals, and thoughtful extras after you pick your calendar.
A year of wonder
2027 Calendars
Explore storybook worlds or follow a year of scripture, heritage, and hope.
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Voice & reflection
Poetry Books
Poetry and anthologies for healing, identity, memory, and creative expression.
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Plan & reflect
Organizers & Journals
Planners, journals, and notebooks for purposeful days and thoughtful moments.
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Creative extras
Other Items
Bookmarks, stickers, jewelry, pens, apparel, and small gifts from Adventures in Zen.
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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
Books are only the beginning.
Adventures in Zen Books brings together inclusive children's literature, poetry, journals, calendars, creative goods, and learning experiences. Across every format, Shakeema's work centers culture, reflection, imagination, and belonging.
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.