There Really is a city in my House!

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Overview

I have always loved a good story. I remember while growing up in Zimbabwe, if I had been somewhere, be it an exam, the shops or to visit the grand parents, my father always asked for a detailed account. Oh how I relished in that recital in great detail, all the happenings of the day or whatever event was on the menu. Stories! Little did I know, it was preparation for my now. I do love it when my audience which is usually my children (6 and 8) at bedtime request a story that is ‘nowhere in book’ or ‘from your head, mommy’, argh! That is the sweet spot.

I do find beauty in the old stories too, that is how our elders taught us lessons. Lessons that were relatable and therefore always memorable.

My name is ElsieTendai and I believe we should never stop telling stories. Every child, especially needs to be able to see themselves in whatever medium we use to teach. That’s how they will see space for themselves in this world, that they belong, because they see people that look like them in literature and media.

2021 Diversity Stats: Data on books by and about Black, Indigenous People of colour published for children and teens compiled by the Cooperative Children’s Book Centre, School of Education, University of Wisconsin- Madison https://ccbc.education.wisc.edu/literature-resources/ccbc-diversity-statistics found that out of 3,164 Children’s book only 437 feature black characters. That’s 13.8%

5 star reviews on Amazon

“Great Read. Very easy and educational read for the kids. short book, no fluff, great illustrations!”

 

“My kids loved this well thought and written book. Problem, I got one, now they are fighting because of book week next week.” A

 

“My boys loved the books, both enjoyed the story & captured themselves in the adventure of the book.” Sekai

 

“There is nothing like childlike wonder to inspire some heartfelt living in a grown-up. This story is so refreshing, especially in this Covid-19 riddled time in Australia. It’s beautifully written and well thought out. I do not doubt that this book will inspire other children to find joy in the simple things in their physical environment. This book creates an ecological awareness too! I really can’t wait for the next story!” Michelle

 

“A charming tale that the kids will bug you to read over and over. Even the cockroach is endearing! A great first publication from Elsie Tendai Porter.” Clem

Rewards

Level 1 : Oh babe, wow! - $25

Limited: 399 left of 400

Oh babe, wow! – gets you
1. A hardcovered There really is a City in my house
2. Signed by me and posted to your door. (Within Australia) outside Australia I will need to check as needed.

Level 2: Oh Mama! - $45

Limited: 106 left of 106

Oh Mama! gets you
1. 1 signed copy of There really is a City in my house!
2. Colouring book for There really is a City in my house!
3. Delivered to your door

Level 3: I believe in you. - $20

Limited: 300 left of 300

I believe in you. I don’t need the book but I want to support your dream.

Level 4: Wowza! - $250

Limited: 29 left of 30

Wowza! gets you
1. 10 hardcovered books, signed by me and donated to a school/kinder/library of your choice
2. Your name included as the generous donor to a school/kinder/library of your choice
3. Plus zoom or in person reading by author to said school/kinder/library of your choice

Stretch Goals

Obtain print ready file from Publisher - $250

To obtain this copy will allow me to

  1. publish kindle/ eBook version of book to reach more readers
  2. means I can print and be more in control of when my customers get their supplies. Libraries for example wont buy my book through amazon, has to be my website or a bookstore

Obtain my own ISBNs- $88

I have to get these in bulk 1 is $44 but 10 are $88. I know a best buy.

This will enable me to launch the colouring book shortly after. (Which just needs ISBNS as all illustrations are already complete. )

Recording Audio book - $250

Hiring a recording studio, doing recording and having them prepare file all mixed and ready to upload.

Building website and social medial Launch and management - $1999

My website is elsietendai.com

I have tried to build the website myself but it has just been too much, as a result it is just sitting there I need to hire a person who knows what they are doing to help me.

First batch book print - $2695

First Batch of printing $2645 including shipping. Shipping would be 30 days from date of order from the printer.

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Junie Baptiste-Poitevien says

    I can relate. As a Black Caribbean woman, born and bred in Montreal, I never saw books with black faces. EVER. So, I’m glad to see a book with black faces because it also means that younger generations will find it normal to see black faces on books. Great work!

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