Our Books
True stories of Ethiopia’s heroes, written for children everywhere. Each book is available in English, and several in Amharic.
The Battle of Adwa
2026 IPPY Bronze Award · Amazon Best Seller
Long ago, big and powerful countries from Europe rushed to grab pieces of Africa. But one country said, “No!” The true story of how Emperor Menelik II, Empress Taytu, and the people of Ethiopia came together to protect their land.
Hardcover and paperback · English
Abebe Bikila: The Barefoot Runner
Available in English and Amharic
The true story of Abebe Bikila, the Ethiopian runner who won the 1960 Olympic marathon in Rome running barefoot, and became the first African athlete to win an Olympic gold medal.
The true story of Professor Aklilu Lemma, the Ethiopian scientist who discovered a natural cure for the disease schistosomiasis in a local plant, and won the Right Livelihood Award, known as the “Alternative Nobel Prize.”
Aklilu Lemma: The Story of a Young Scientist and a Magical Plant
Available in English and Amharic
