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Three girls. One mysterious local bookstore. A journey through history they’ll never forget.
When Maya, Kendra, and Destiny step into a local bookstore, they expect an ordinary day. Instead, they find themselves traveling through pivotal moments in Black American history, witnessing the courage, struggles, and triumphs of those who came before them.
As the past unfolds around them, the girls discover that history is more than dates in a textbook. It is a living story that continues to shape their lives, their identities, and their futures.
Filled with adventure, friendship, humor, and heart, Black Girls Day Off is an unforgettable middle grade novel that invites readers to experience history in a whole new way.
Perfect for readers who enjoy stories of friendship, self-discovery, and historical adventure.
Available in paperback, ebook, and hardcover wherever books are sold.
Also available in paperback, ebook, and hardcover everywhere books are sold.
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Before Kadeem's story, there was Gwendolyn's.
Growing up in St. Kitts, Gwendolyn dreams of a future beyond the expectations placed upon her. But as first love, family obligations, and difficult choices begin to shape her world, she must decide whether to follow the path others have chosen for her or find the courage to create her own.
Set against the beauty of the Caribbean, Sweet Like Sugar Cane is a heartfelt coming-of-age novel about love, identity, family, and the moments that define who we become.
Perfect for readers who enjoy emotional coming-of-age stories, Caribbean fiction, and unforgettable characters.
Also available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook wherever books and audiobooks are sold.
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Their or there? Affect or effect? Loose or lose?
For one seventh-grade girl, the words that trip her up feel bigger than spelling mistakes. They feel like proof that everyone else understands something she doesn't.
As she navigates middle school, friendships, family, and the daily challenge of finding the right words, she begins to discover that making mistakes doesn't mean she's failing. It means she's learning.
Told in verse, Words Were the Enemy is a funny, heartfelt, and deeply relatable story about confidence, perseverance, and finding your voice when language feels impossible.
Perfect for readers who enjoy novels in verse, realistic fiction, and stories about friendship, growth, and self-discovery.
Available in paperback, hardcover, and ebook wherever books are sold.
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A powerful novel in verse exploring confused words, identity, and the moments that shape how we find our voice.
Meet the Author
Leah T. Williams is a Caribbean author from St. Kitts, now based in the United States, who writes stories that center culture, identity, and the voices of young people navigating their world.
As both a middle school educator and college professor, she has spent years helping students find their voice. Her books reflect that same mission—creating stories where readers, especially those from underrepresented communities, can see themselves on the page.
From mystery to romance to poetry, her work blends real-life experiences with powerful storytelling, offering readers stories that are relatable, meaningful, and unforgettable.
Why Readers Love These Stories
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“An emotional rollercoaster that blends history, culture, and storytelling in a way that really stays with you.”
— Amazon Reader, Black Girls Day Off
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“The authentic voice and island setting made me feel like I was right there. A beautiful and emotional coming-of-age story.”
— Goodreads Reader, Sweet Like Sugar Cane
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“One of the best coming-of-age stories I’ve read in a long time. The characters felt real and unforgettable.”
— StoryGraph Reader, Neither Out Far Nor In Deep
Read Them Together or On Their Own
Each story stands on its own, but together they create a deeper, richer reading experience.
One mistake. One island. A journey that changes everything.
When a teenage boy is sent from Florida to St. Kitts after getting into trouble, what begins as an unwanted trip soon becomes something far more complicated. Surrounded by family, culture, and traditions he barely understands, he finds himself questioning who he is, where he belongs, and the choices that brought him there.
Set against the backdrop of the Caribbean, Neither Out Far Nor In Deep is a coming-of-age story filled with humor, heart, and unforgettable moments. As he navigates family expectations, friendship, and self-discovery, he learns that sometimes the hardest journey is understanding yourself.
Perfect for readers who enjoy coming-of-age stories, Caribbean settings, and character-driven novels.
Signed copy shipped directly from the author.
Also available wherever books and audiobooks are sold.
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Before Kadeem's story, there was Gwendolyn's.
Growing up in St. Kitts, Gwendolyn dreams of a future beyond the expectations placed upon her. But as first love, family obligations, and difficult choices begin to shape her world, she must decide whether to follow the path others have chosen for her or find the courage to create her own.
Set against the beauty of the Caribbean, Sweet Like Sugar Cane is a heartfelt coming-of-age novel about love, identity, family, and the moments that define who we become.
Perfect for readers who enjoy emotional coming-of-age stories, Caribbean fiction, and unforgettable characters.
Also available in paperback, ebook, and audiobook wherever books and audiobooks are sold.
Amazon | Kindle | Audible
Sweet Like Sugar Cane and Neither Out Far Nor In Deep are connected through culture, family, and the journey of growing up.
While each story can be read on its own, readers who explore both will notice deeper themes of identity, relationships, and what it means to find your place between worlds.
Before You Go…
If you’ve made it this far, there’s a story here waiting for you.
Whether you’re looking for something meaningful, relatable, or simply a story you can’t put down… these books were written with you in mind.
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