When I Grow Up, I Want to Be Myself

"When I Grow Up, I Want to Be Myself" was inspired when I noticed the lack of diversity in my daughter's literature. This book is based on students like me. I have an English background from Howard University, it was there that I realized my writing style could not fit into a "college essay" format. I decided to self-publish my first Children's book titled, "When I Grow Up, I Want To Be Myself". 'WIGU' is a story about a natural-beauty named Naya who discovers that she is unique and stands out from her class. Through the story she realizes that she is an individual and that she has a voice that is different from that of her peers. This story is for all the little girls and boys of all colors who have felt "different" and alone. "When I Grow Up, I Want To Be Myself" promotes individuality and helps children understand that being unique is a quality about ourselves we should all love.

A. Cole is an author who focuses on empowering children with the ability to celebrate uniqueness and individuality. A. Cole Books was founded in 2016 by A. Cole who lives in a suburb outside of Washington, D.C. As a self-published author, I felt compelled to reach an audience who reflects the diverse community that surrounds me. I hope to lend my voice to African-American children's literature and all of American children's literature by showcasing strong minority leads in my stories.