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Award-winning picture books and chapter series celebrating Ghanaian culture, folklore, and adventure — published by Penguin Random House, Scholastic, and Chronicle Books.

Esi the Brave
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From Ghanaian market days to magical quests — explore the full collection for ages 0–12.

Your child will discover Twi words like: Akwaaba (welcome) · Anansi (spider) · Adinkra (symbols) · Kente (cloth)

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Esi the Brave

Ages 4–8 · Picture Book · Dial / PRH

Esi est une petite Ghanéenne courageuse qui adore les monstres, les fantômes et tout ce qui fait boum dans la nuit. Quand sa famille se rend au Festival Kakamotobi — une fête de mascarade vibrante à Winneba, au Ghana — Esi insiste qu'elle n'a peur de rien. Mais quand les danseurs masqués l'entourent et qu'elle se retrouve séparée de Maman et Papa, Esi doit trouver le vrai courage pour affronter les monstres tourbillonnants et réclamer ses parents. Une célébration joyeuse de la bravoure, des festivals ghanéens et du moment où un enfant découvre ce que signifie être vraiment courageux.

“We read it twice in the same evening.”— Parent review
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Bernard K. Mensah

About Bernard

Born and raised in Ghana. Now living in the UK with his two sons — the inspiration for every story he writes. Bernard believes every child deserves to see themselves as the hero on the page.

“I write the stories I wish I’d had as a child.”

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