Candice Brathwaite Boeken

It's about time we made motherhood more diverse...

The new book by the Sunday Times bestselling sensation who burst on our scenes in 2020 and urged us to recognise racial bias in all its ugliness.

A sharp and funny YA love story that explores themes of race, class and the complexities of growing up as a black British teen, from Sunday Times best-selling author Candice Brathwaite, author of I Am Not Your Baby Mother.London is all Cynthia knows, so when her parents abruptly uproot the family after a traumatic incident, to a place where there is only one bus an hour and the faint smell of horse manure continuously permeates the air, it's a culture shock, to say the least. As is transitioning to a private school.At her new school, Cynthia is one of the only black students. Goofy Thomas, her white lab partner, immediately takes her under his wing. He's kind and sweet, and her parents are pleased - someone like Thomas will be good for her 'future prospects'.As much as Cynthia likes Thomas though, she can't help noticing Isaac, the only other black student in her year. He is aloof and doesn't seem to like her, but there's something about him she cannot quite get enough of...But when it turns out both boys have been keeping secrets from her, secrets that link back to the life Cynthia thought she had left behind in London, she realises that not everything is as it seems.Will Cynthia be able to forgive the lies and follow her heart?An exploration of race, class, love and the complexities of growing up as a black British teen, from bestselling author Candice Brathwaite.

Bestselling author Candice Brathwaite presents a transformative and inclusive method for manifesting, emphasizing the importance of embracing diversity and individuality in the process. Her unique perspective encourages readers to break free from conventional norms and cultivate a personalized journey towards their aspirations, making the practice accessible and empowering for everyone.

Written and illustrated by creators of colour, Bedtime Stories showcases a curated collection of favourite tales from Black history, based on important figures and events from around the world. Each story is the ideal length to read at bedtime as well as any moment when young readers are looking for an inspirational read!