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Bernard Mensah

Bernard Mensah works in software engineering by day and writes stories by night. He is the author of titles like Esi the Brave and Yawa the Adventurer. He is passionate about Black and African representation in publishing and founded HabermanNerds to nurture and promote African storytelling. He grew up in Ghana, climbing trees, playing soccer, and dreaming up stories at the library. Bernard now lives in the United Kingdom with his two rambunctious boys.
Kente for Jojo
Jollof Day
Esi the Brave (Who Was Not Afraid of Anything)
Can't Get Enough Cat Stuff

Books

Kente for Jojo
Jollof Day
Esi the Brave (Who Was Not Afraid of Anything)
Can't Get Enough Cat Stuff

Books for Black History Month

In honor of Black History Month this February, we are highlighting essential fiction and nonfiction for students, teachers, and parents to share and discuss this month and beyond. Join Penguin Random House Education in celebrating the contributions of Black authors and illustrators by exploring the titles here: BLACK HISTORY – ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TITLES Explore these

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