About the Book:

Makeda is a girl with a very big name-- a legacy, but she is not happy with her unusual sounding moniker. Even though her name is a reflection of her heritage she is not quite satisfied. So she defies tradition and goes on a journey of self-exploration. Can she find contentment with who she discovers along the way?

About the Author:

As an author and educator, I have one of the best careers on the planet! Loving kids and helping them see the treasures found in their imagination is the foundation of what I do. Although, I began writing stories in middle school, my storytelling needed shaping. I needed a formal program to help me hone my craft and earned a BFA in Dramatic Writing from NYU's Tisch School of the Arts. So storytelling has been a part of my life for a long time.