This book is Makaylah Safiya Williams' first book, which is based on a true story.

She bravely travelled to The Gambia despite having fears about lions roaming the streets. When she arrived, Makaylah discovered that television did not tell the full story; there were no lions to be found only beautiful people from the African Diaspora with amazing stories to tell.

Parents agree this is a great bedtime companion for children aged 8+. Educators can use the quiz page at the back of the book as well as the poetry challenge for classroom learning activities.

'My First Trip to The Gambia' is a great way to teach children more about the continent of Africa and develop their confidence, self-esteem and sense of adventure.

10% of book sales will be donated to the

Manhood Academy for Boys' rites of passage

programme and The Womanhood Academy for Girls.

On Saturday 4th May 2019 I had my book launch at The Redmond Community Centre inManor House.

Over 200 people attended, it was like an African village, people were talking, children were everywhere, I was so emotional. Special guests included

On the day there will be:

• Andrew Muhammad
• Alim Kamara
• Black Arts Theatre 
• Griot Chinyere
• Peaches Publications