Gina Rae Mitchell

Kayla: A Modern Day Princess by Deedee Cumminings | Children’s Book Review

A book blog tour from iRead Book Tours.

Thank you to the author, publisher, & Lauren at iRead for providing me the information for this tour.

Book Details

Kayla: A Modern-Day Princess is a heartwarming story about family, role models, dreams, and discovering a determination for growth. The first in a six-part series, this diverse picture book shines the spotlight on a little brown girl who loves musical theater and never lets anything get in the way of her dreams. Everyone else has an idea of who she should be, but in the end, she discovers that she is the one who gets to decide.

The story also reveals the special family dynamic that Kayla shares with her mom; a hard-working woman who struggles with the guilt of not being as available for her young daughter as she would like. But as the story progresses, Kayla and her mom realize the impact of valuing the time they have together as well as the importance of seeing each other acknowledge (and pursue) their individual dreams. {ages 5 and up}

"Daughters learn their place in the world by watching their mothers claim theirs." ~author, Deedee Cummings

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Purchase Links

Amazon     Amazon UK

Make a Way Media

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My thoughts on Kayla: A Modern Day Princess

Kayla: A Modern Day Princess kicks off a new series from Deedee Cummings. This #ownvoices tale shows little girls that they can achieve whatever they set their mind to.

It also explores the relationship between a mother and daughter. Even though Mom has to work late most evenings, they still maintain a special bond.

Kayla portrays the magical wonderment of a young girl with all her dreams still playing out in from of her.

I’ve been a fan of Deedee Cummings work for quite a while. The Kayla series is projected to be a six-book project. I can not wait to read more. I’ll be reviewing the first three in the series this week. Keep an eye out for them.

I received a copy of the book for the tour. This review is my honest, unbiased opinion.

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About Deedee Cummings

Deirdre “Deedee” Cummings believes literacy is a fundamental human right. She is the founder of Make A Way Media, It Pays to Read & the Louisville Book Festival, as well as, an attorney, therapist, and CEO of Abi Behavioral Health in Louisville, Kentucky. Abi is an intensive therapy agency that works to prevent the placement of children in out-of-home care, such as foster care, hospitalization, and incarceration.

Deedee attended Bennett College in Greensboro, North Carolina, one of only two all-female Historically Black Colleges in the country. After graduating from Bennett, she earned a master’s degree and a law degree from the University of Louisville.

All of her writing focuses on sharing inspiring messages that remind us all it is never too late to begin again. Deedee encourages the children she works with to write as a way to process emotions, document their journey, and express themselves more clearly.

In addition to presenting on multiple topics around the country, Deedee donates hundreds of books and volunteer hours every year to families, children, churches, and the local school system.

After many months of a worldwide pandemic and widespread social injustice, Deedee Cummings is proud to release a new series that is not only filled with HOPE but one that is also for ALL children. The 5-book Kayla: A Modern-Day Princess series focuses on compassion for one another and the importance of developing and chasing your dreams.

Cummings believes that young readers who see themselves in a book, and see what is possible, will develop stronger self-esteem, increased empathy, and an excitement for their future. As a mom, therapist, attorney, CEO of Make A Way Media, and award-winning author of fifteen diverse picture books, Deedee Cummings has a passion for making the world a better place.

Her children's books are not only fun for kids and adults to read, but they also work to teach therapeutic coping skills, reinforce the universal message of love, encourage mindfulness, and facilitate inclusion for all. Cummings is also the founder and creator of the Louisville Book Festival; a national literacy-based celebration that will occur every year in Louisville, Kentucky.

She and her husband Anthony live in Louisville with their three children Kayla (an actress in New York), Anthony (a college student and athlete), and Nick (in elementary school).

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Giveaway!

Win signed set of KAYLA: A MODERN-DAY PRINCESS Book Series (one winner) (USA only) (ends July 2)

KAYLA: A MODERN-DAY PRINCESS Book Series Tour Giveaway

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