Dear Zen Readers,
April has arrived, and with it comes the beauty of renewal, purpose, and poetry. This month, we honor Earth, culture, and the transformative power of words. At Adventures in Zen Books, we’re blooming with gratitude and excitement as we continue planting seeds of literacy, identity, and imagination.
🌍 April Highlights
🌱 Earth Month is Here!
This month we’re amplifying stories that celebrate our planet and our role as caretakers of the earth. From animals and ecosystems to sustainability and storytelling, we believe children should see themselves as part of the global village.
📘 Featured Titles:
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Sea Safari – Dive deep into ocean adventures with vibrant sea creatures and conservation facts.
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Night, Night Safari – A bedtime journey through the African savanna that nurtures wonder and respect for wildlife.
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The Adventures of Sanjay and Semaj – A powerful story highlighting deforestation and poaching, told through a child’s compassionate lens.
📚 New Release!
“Hoodnight, Brooklyn”
Just in time for National Poetry Month, this story blends poetic rhythm and urban storytelling as a tribute to Brooklyn—told through the eyes of our main character, Jahrel.
✍🏽 National Poetry Month
Our books are rooted in lyrical storytelling and poetic tradition. This April, we’re celebrating poetry as power, especially for children of color. Look out for:
🖋️ A sneak peek at our upcoming journal: The Art of Freedom, a guided space for creatives to explore identity, power, and peace.
📣 Event Spotlight
Activated Artist Fest –August 2025 (Albany, NY)
We’re proud to return as a participant for this incredible celebration of creativity and activism; made possible by Create A Space Now. Mark your calendar!
🛍️ April Bundle Suggestion
🌼 Spring Into Stories Set – Includes Nastasia’s March, Garret’s World, and Julian’s Jam
🧘🏽 Mindful Moments Bundle – Includes The ABCs of Boundaries, Logan the Learner, and the Adventures in Zen 2025 Planner
👩🏽🏫 Educator Corner
Looking for custom book kits, SEL-aligned reading materials, or Black History classroom resources? Let us help! Email us for:
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Bulk orders
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Virtual read-alouds
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Cultural storytime kits
Let’s keep building inclusive bookshelves together.
Thank you for blooming with us.
Every book, every child, every story matters. Let’s grow forward—together.
With love and literacy,
Shakeema Funchess
📖 www.adventuresinzen.com | @adventuresinzenbooks