Brian's World!

About the Book

This book is divided into three stories written especially for children. They detail the importance of a loving family, a close community, and the joys and trials of growing up in America. Each page is accompanied by an illustration that vividly portrays the theme of it.

When asked how she decided to write this book, Beverly says it just came to her. She had attended an Easter service with her children. When they came back from church and had eaten dinner, she suddenly felt the desire to write the book. She sat down and the words just started pouring from her heart.

About the Author

Beverly Ogundare resides in Laurel, Delaware. She is happily married to Frank Ogundare. She finds that being the mother of her five children to be a very rewarding experience. Her children include Brian, age 13, Frankie, age 11, Alice, age 9, Katrina, age 8, and Amy, age 6.

For relaxation, the family loves to take trips together and often hike on nature trails and vacation near the water. Beverly says it reminds her children of the stories of Africa that their father tells them. She says that she and her husband stress the importance of heritage and close family ties by telling the children about their heritage and being strong family role models.