Nationwide — Dahlia & Friends, a Black-owned children’s education company founded by Jacques and Dahcia Bastien, is excited to announce the launch of nine new children’s books, available for free digital download. This initiative is a testament to the couple’s dedication to making high-quality, culturally resonant content accessible to Black families and beyond.
“Our stories are crafted to go beyond surface-level representation,” says Jacques Bastien. “We dive deep into the experiences of our characters to authentically represent diverse groups and celebrate the unique journeys of every individual. By offering these books for free in digital format, we’re breaking down barriers to access and ensuring that more families can benefit from our content.”
While the digital versions of these books are available at no cost, printed editions can be ordered online through major retailers, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Walmart, and Target. This accessibility ensures that every family, regardless of their preferred reading format, can enjoy the stories that Dahlia & Friends has to offer. Plus, with the purchase of any book, learners will receive a free audiobook and a coloring sheet.
Dahlia & Friends distinguishes itself with Caribbean-infused storytelling, beautiful branding, and high-quality production. As an independent company, Dahlia & Friends retains full creative control, allowing them to consistently uphold their core values of integrity, representation, and excellence in every product they create.
Parents who practice gentle, intentional parenting will find these stories to be powerful tools in instilling important values in their children. In addition to books, Dahlia & Friends also offers a range of educational products and music that blends hip-hop, reggae, Afro-beats, and R&B to create an engaging, modern experience for young listeners.
For more information or to download the digital books, visit DahliaAndFriends.com
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