Books by M.J. Fievre

Learn About Amazing Black Heroes That Shaped History (Ages 8–12)A fun book for children with moving stories about Black trailblazers who persevered through adversity to inspire generations to come.Inspirational stories of Black heroes. Discover how Black heroes have overcome adversity, from the story of writer and activist Maya Angelou, to the less known tale of Nance Legins-Costley, a slave whose freedom was won in a supreme court case by a young Abraham Lincoln. In this kid’s history book, take an educational trip through the ABCs of the names and stories of Black heroes who fought to overcome.Experience an array of rich Black history. History books often have left out the amazing and varied stories of Black heroes. The Young Trailblazers series of children’s books shines a light on those stories for young readers and helps teach diversity and inclusion. Young Trailblazers: The Book of Black Heroes and Overcomers also includes beautiful illustrations, fascinating facts, and important words and their definitions.Meet the Young Trailblazers and:Introduce your child to Black historyInspire hope and courage through stories of adversityTeach new words and interesting factsIf your child enjoyed other books in the Young Trailblazer series such as The Book of Black Inventors and Scientists; or if your child enjoyed books about Black history such as Black Heroes, Little Legends, or Black Women in Science, they’ll love Young Trailblazers: The Book of Black Heroes and Overcomers.

Embrace Who You Are as a Male Black Teen#1 New Release in Teen & Young Adult Language Arts BooksEmbrace the color of your skin and celebrate your identity. Finding the courage to live freely and authentically is not easy. This black teen book is designed to help you facilitate your creative drive, promote positive self-awareness, and boost your inner strength.Affirmations for Black teen boys. This black teen book is full of wisdom from Black male trailblazers who accomplished remarkable things in sports, literature, entertainment, education, STEM, business, military and government services, politics and law, activism, and more.Explore the many facets of your identity through hundreds of big and small questions. In this guidebook for teens, M.J. Fievre, educator and author of Raising Confident Black Kids and Badass Black Girl, tackles a variety of relevant topics, such as family and friends, school and careers, and stereotypes. While reflecting on these subjects, you confront the issues that could hold you back from living a confident life as a Black teen boy.Learn from the lives of thriving black men. Alongside space for personal work and reflection, M.J. Fievre provides interviews with successful black men in a variety of fields, including Andrew Bernard of Make It Dairy Free, Justin Black of Redefining Normal, and Roderick Rod Morrow of Rodimus Prime.Walk Boldly helps you to:Build and boost your self-esteem with powerful affirmations and stories from Black male role modelsLearn more about yourself through insightful journalingBecome comfortable and confident in your skinIf you enjoyed Black teen books like Uncomfortable Conversations With a Black Boy, 31-Day Affirmations for African American Boys, or Letters to a Young Brother, youll love Walk Boldly.

A Magic Door That Leads to A Beautiful Caribbean Island#1 New Release in Children's Exploration Fiction and Haiti Travel GuidesExperience the adventures of a young girl who discovers her family's Haitian Culture through a magical red-blue door.Imane is a curious young girl with a big question. What is behind the magic door inside her house? Her sister Caroline says it's a door that goes everywhere and nowhere. Sometimes it's red. Sometimes it's blue, and it smells like coffee beans and the ocean. Imane can only imagine what's on the other side: a beautiful Caribbean Island full of magic, music, and fun. But Momma keeps the door locked tight, and no one is allowed to open it!The beautiful Caribbean Island of Haiti. With breathtaking illustrations by Polina Hrytskova, join Imane on her adventure through the magic door in this charming children's picture book and experience the beautiful Caribbean Island of Haiti.In this children's picture book, young readers can:Take a colorful journey into discovering the importance of one's rootsDevelop a deeper understanding of Haitian culture and heritageBroaden their worldviewChildren who love beautifully illustrated books such as Thank You, Omu!, Freedom Soup, I Dream of Popo, or Zonia's Rain Forest will find themselves drawn into this delightful children's picture book about Imane and her family—and the magical Caribbean island behind the magic door.

Black Brave Beautiful is jam-packed with intricate designs to color and empowering quotes that will inspire Black girls and young women.

Confront Depression, Anxiety, Grief, and Loss Through PoetryAre the usual depression books helping you find a path to healing? No? Try this poetry collection especially for those dealing with mental illness and for people closest to them.Create hope for the future. Paloma is faking it. On the outside, she's A-Okay. She's electrified at work, there is a cadence in her step as she walks her dog, she posts memes on Facebook, and she keeps up with most relationships. Looks can be deceiving, however. Inside, Paloma is just going through the motions, and she feels like things are spiraling out of control. But when things are at their darkest, dawn arrives with clarity and focus, and with it, healing. Paloma learns to value small glimmering moments of joy rather than searching for constant happiness, thus building hope for her future.A manifesto for life. Happy, Okay?: Poems about Anxiety, Depression, Hope, and Survival is not simply a narrative spun in verse by a masterful poet. It is an invitation to readers to shake off the stigma and silence of mental illness and find strength in the only voice that matters: your own. It can be an electric roadmap to healing and a manifesto for wholeness.In this inspiring and heartwarming book, you will:Understand how to make happiness a decision, even when you don't feel it in your bonesFind out how to exercise patience and self-acceptanceAttract hope and purpose back into your lifeFans of Milk and Honey by Rupi Kaur, The Witch Doesn't Burn in this One by Amanda Lovelace, Depression & Other Magic Tricks by Sabrina Benaim, Our Numbered Days by Neil Hilborn, or Nothing is Okay by Rachel Wiley will love Happy, Okay? by M.J. Fievre.

Explore the many facets of your identity through hundreds of big and small questions. MJ Fievre tackles topics such as family and friends, school and careers, body image, and stereotypes in this journal designed for teenage girls. By reflecting on these topics, readers confront the issues that can hold them back from living their lives.