Enchanting New Children's Book Celebrates Cultural Differences

Author Antonia Harlan combats racial and cultural insensitivities with a new series of books, beginning with Hello, My Name is Josie Mae Bricker.

Naperville, IL (PRWEB) March 13, 2008 -- Hello, My Name is Josie Mae Bricker by Antonia Harlan is the story of a remarkable young girl, who is growing up as a slave on a cotton plantation in Georgia.

In Hello, My Name is Josie Mae Bricker, children will learn about the plight of Africans during the North American slave trade through the eyes and ears of little Josie Mae. In spite of hardship, Josie Mae is taught to be proud of who she is and where she comes from. Inspired by the words of her father and mother, Josie Mae never gives up hope of knowing freedom.

Offering insights into the culture of slavery, the book emphasizes the importance of honoring cultural diversity as well as recognizing and appreciating cultural similarities. Enlightening and highly engaging, Hello, My Name is Josie Mae Bricker will capture and hold the attention of many a child.

For more information or to request a free review copy, members of the press can contact the author at cheyne9739@aol.com. Hello, My Name is Josie Mae Bricker is available for sale online at Amazon.com, BookSurge.com, and through additional wholesale and retail channels worldwide.

About the Author
A human services manager for DuPage County, Ill., Antonia Harlan is a social activist deeply committed to promoting racial, cultural, and religious harmony. Dedicated to emphasizing the value of cultural diversity, Harlan has served on numerous boards, committees, and racial justice forums including the DuPage County Girl Scouts Diversity Task Force, the Naperville Police Department Citizens Advisory Board, and the YMCA International Committee. Married with three children, Harlan resides in Naperville, where she is working on her next book in the Hello, My Name Is…series.

About BookSurge
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