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New children’s book encouraging Black families to explore London - African Voice Newspaper

Exploring London with Ama and Neri by Pelena Cosme is an exciting new children’s picture book that introduces young black families to the many adventures they can have around the town. The book entitledExploring London with Ama and Neriwas released on the 1st August, 2020, a short yet colourful children's picture book following the adventure […]

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