Kelis, the multifaceted singer and entrepreneur, is stepping into the world of children’s literature with the release of her very first book, “Seven Wonders of Africa.”
Known for her genre-defying music career and successful ventures in food and business, Kelis is now channeling her creativity into a new project that blends storytelling with her distinctive voice.
The book marks an exciting new chapter for the artist, showcasing her passion for nurturing young minds and inspiring imagination. With her unique perspective and diverse talents, Kelis has managed to put together a captivating debut for both parents and children alike, based upon her very own travels around he world.
“I WROTE A BOOK, when you buy the hard copy you get the AUDIO BOOK. written and recorded by me. this Story is Super important and I want all our children to be curious and excited about the continent of Africa and all its beauty. go to Bountyandfull.com it is AVAILABLE right now,” the mother-of-three captioned an Instagram reel.
In an additional post, the 45-year-old expands upon her first children’s book, in addition to announcing that she started a company, “Make It Brown,” for the “sole purpose of providing characters and stories about places and adventures our children can see themselves in.”
“I’m so happy to finally show you something I’ve been working on. I WROTE MY FIRST CHILDREN’S BOOK!!! I started a company called MAKE IT BROWN. With the sole purpose of providing characters and stories about places and adventures our children can see themselves in. This is all about love and representation” Kelis wrote.
She concluded, “This story has been inspired by my journey through out Africa this year. I’ve been traveling with my family and we have been so grateful to be able to see all the beauty this continent has to offer. From its people to the land it has been nothing short of amazing. And I wanted to share it with all of you and your families. I truly love us, so from my heart to you! Please welcome into your heart SEVEN WONDERS OF AFRICA AND ABLE SABBATH BROWN. #book #kids #read #childrensbook #africa #eastafrica #learn.
Parenting experts have long emphasized that representation in books is not just about providing mirrors for children to see themselves, but also about offering windows into the experiences of others, enriching their understanding of the world and helping them grow into empathetic and confident individuals.
“Seven Wonders of Africa” is now available on Kelis’ website in hard copies, digital, and audio versions.
Photo: Kelis Instagram
