Dear Zen Readers,
June is here and it’s filled with joy, justice, and jubilee! As school winds down and summer begins, we celebrate freedom, family, and pride in all its forms. From Juneteenth to Pride Month to Father’s Day, June is a time to honor the stories that make us powerful.
At Adventures in Zen Books, we believe that books are both mirrors and windows reflecting who we are and revealing who we can become.
❤️🖤💚 June Highlights
🎉 Juneteenth: Freedom & Forward Movement
This Juneteenth, we honor the legacy of liberation and the ongoing pursuit of justice. Our books remind children that freedom is not just a history lesson it’s a living story.
📘 Featured Titles:
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The ABCs of Juneteenth – A joyful, educational guide to Juneteenth through colorful letters and rich history.
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A Journey Through Black History – A poetic timeline of resilience, resistance, and brilliance.
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Cowboy Carter: Hoofbeats and Heartstrings – A celebration of Black country roots, freedom, and self-expression.
🎨 New Release: Roots & Rhythms Coloring Book
Just in time for Juneteenth! Our first cultural coloring book features characters Zaire and Iyana exploring the richness of African culture from A to Z with words to color and heritage to honor.
🏳️🌈 Pride Month: Stories with Love at the Center
We proudly uplift stories of diverse families, gender identity, and love.
🏳️⚧️ Featured Titles:
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Sanjay Has Two Moms – A heartfelt story of family, pride, and joy.
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The Adventures of Renata & Linus – A quiet story about chosen family, bravery, and belonging.
👨🏾 Father’s Day (June 16)
Celebrate father figures of all kinds! Whether it’s a dad, uncle, grandpa, or big cousin love shows up in many forms.
🛍️ June Bundle Recommendations
🎁 Liberation & Love Set – Includes:
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The ABCs of Juneteenth
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Sanjay Has Two Moms
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Garret’s World
📅 Pop-Up Events
📚 Juneteenth Read-Aloud – June 19th (Saratoga, NY)
Follow us on Instagram or TikTok for locations and surprise visits!
Thank you for marching forward with us.
From liberation to love, every story matters. Let’s build a world where all children see themselves as worthy of joy, freedom, and belonging.
With love and literacy,
Shakeema Funchess
📖 www.adventuresinzen.com | @adventuresinzenbooks