Book Collection
Stories That Speak Truth, Heal Wounds, and Uplift Voices
Ifé Lela’s Magical Escape
A Tub of Wonders, Book 1
Early Reader Chapter Book | Ages 5–8
by Lẹwa Ubunifu | Available in softcover and ebook
Ifé Lela’s Magical Escape follows a young Black girl who feels invisible at school until a quiet moment in her bathtub transforms into a magical journey of self-discovery. Through fantasy, friendship, and wonder, Ifé Lela learns that her uniqueness is not something to hide, but something to celebrate. This gentle early reader story explores belonging, confidence, and emotional resilience in a way young readers can feel and understand.
Caged and Locked
Caged and Locked: My Personal Experience With Circumstantial Depression
by Lẹwa Ubunifu | Available in hardcover, softcover, and ebook
What happens when your environment becomes the prison, and your mind the captive? In this raw and personal account, Lẹwa Ubunifu shares her journey living with Circumstantial Depression—the only form of depression that cannot be treated with medication alone. Through heartfelt storytelling, she explores how this condition shapes the way we see ourselves and the world around us. Caged and Locked is a powerful message of awareness, survival, and solidarity for those silently suffering: You are not alone.
Surviving White People
Surviving White People: A Journey of Resilience and Hope
by Lẹwa Ubunifu | Available in softcover, ebook, and audiobook
In a predominantly white community, young Ayotunde "Ayo" Baraka embarks on a powerful journey of resilience and hope. Raised by her strong-willed mother, Ayo navigates the struggles of racism, identity, and depression while finding refuge in books and her unbreakable bond with family. Surviving White People is a moving story of love, ambition, and overcoming adversity—showing that despite systemic biases, self-belief, and education can light the path toward change. A must-read for anyone seeking inspiration and solidarity in the face of marginalization.
Everything We Built
Everything We Built
by Lẹwa Ubunifu | Available in softcover and ebook
What if everything we needed already existed? When she finds a community built on structure, accountability, and genuine connection, her life transforms from survival to stability, purpose, and true belonging. For the first time, everything feels real—the system works, the people show up, and the foundation is strong. But nothing that powerful goes unnoticed. As subtle shifts begin to surface from within, what once felt unshakable is suddenly at risk. Now, protecting everything they’ve built means confronting a truth that could change it all. Everything We Built is a compelling story about community, trust, and what happens when something that finally works is put to the test.
Ifé Lela and the
Color of Friendship
A Tub of Wonders, Book 2
Early Reader Chapter Book | Ages 5–8
by Lẹwa Ubunifu | Available in softcover and ebook
Ifé Lela and the Color of Friendship (A Tub of Wonders Book 2) is a heartfelt early reader chapter book that explores colorism and self-acceptance in an age-appropriate way. After hearing hurtful whispers about her skin, Ifé Lela begins to question her worth, but a magical bathtub carries her to a vibrant world where colors are alive and meaningful. With the help of Lila the chameleon, she learns that every color holds strength, calm, and joy—but when a Gray Shadow feeds on her doubt, Ifé Lela must face her fears and decide what she truly believes about herself. Perfect for ages 6–10, this empowering story supports social-emotional learning and reminds young readers that their color is not something to hide—it is something to embrace.
Enye Thamani
Enye Thamani: A Journey of Resilience and Cultural Pride
by Lẹwa Ubunifu | Available in softcover and ebook
Enye Thamani is a vibrant and powerful play that weaves themes of identity, heritage, and inner strength into the story of Thamani, a young girl from Togo whose name means "precious." After the death of her mother and the cruelty of her stepfamily, Thamani embarks on a journey of self-discovery, guided by a magical necklace and a fairy godmother. As she reclaims her cultural roots and embraces her heritage, Thamani’s resilience leads her to triumph over adversity in this inspiring tale of empowerment and pride.