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Kyare

August 3, 2016 Kathy Crutcher

Kyare attended Eastern Senior High School in Washington, DC when he authored his books. He has been working with Reach since 2011 and is currently a Junior Staff. He enjoys running track and playing baseball. 

BOOKS BY KYARE

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Khalil's Swagtown Adventure
Khalil's Swagtown Adventure
11.99

ISBN: 978-0692300800

by Kyare, Za'Metria, and Litzi of Reach Incorporated

Story: Khalil is tired of hearing his parents fight. As they scream, he retreats to his closet and writes a letter to his future self, dreaming of escape. To his surprise, this future self – called Bruh – shows up to provide support. Together, they visit a fantastical place called Swagtown and learn how families can communicate better.

Story Behind the Story: These teen authors knew that kids need to see themselves and their own struggles represented in the stories they read in order to know they are not alone. They also like things that are outlandish and wacky! This story is a smart and fun combination of both.

 

The Gloomy Light
The Gloomy Light
11.99

ISBN: 978-0615884653

by Joshua, Za'Metria, Dana, and Kyare of Reach Incorporated

Ernie and Sal are best friends. Ernie is a multi-lingual llama, and Sal, a color-changing frog. When aliens kidnap Ernie to help them fly their spaceship–they need a translator!–what will Sal do? Join teen authors Joshua, Za’Metria, Dana, and Kyare on this fantastical voyage. Though the characters are animals, human themes of friendship shine through. 

 

 

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Reach Incorporated
Oct 23, 2014
Reach Incorporated
Oct 23, 2014

The teen tutors of Reach Incorporated noticed that few children's books reflected their reality. They decided to do something about that: they wrote their own. Now these teens have written eight original books, and are diversifying children's literature, one smart-fun-real-brave-bold story at a time. Learn more.

Oct 23, 2014

REVIEWS

Reader Responses
Khalil's Swagtown Adventure
May 3, 2016
Khalil's Swagtown Adventure
May 3, 2016

Combining reality with fantasy (loved the purple broccoli trees!), this book takes on a tough real-life situation that many children find themselves in --- upset by parents arguing. It acknowledges a child's feelings while encouraging a child to talk to parents about those feelings. The story also acknowledges that many adults find themselves under stress, such as unemployment, which can contribute to parental figures having arguments over simple things. Most importantly though, the book offers hope that a child may have the power to enact change in the family dynamic. Written by 3 high-school age teens, I got the sense that at least one of the authors has witnessed the positive impact he/she has had in their own family relationships when he/she encouraged the family to do more things together as a family group.

--Bookfan, amazon reviewer

May 3, 2016
The Gloomy Light
May 3, 2016
The Gloomy Light
May 3, 2016

When Ernie the Llama was abducted by green, slimy aliens, his best friend, Sal the frog, set out on a “ribbiting” journey to rescue his companion. Risking his life, Sal wouldn’t rest until he got Ernie home to his frightened family.

This story teaches children about friendship, one of the most important things in their lives. In this book, they will discover how true friends will always be there for you in your happiest and darkest times. Kids will also learn the life lesson of how, if you want something a lot, you can get it if you try hard enough. Sal’s quest around the world proves to kids that anything is possible.

The Gloomy Light is a fun and exciting thriller that all kids should have on their bookshelves. Reading this wild and crazy adventure was a pleasure. I highly recommend it to anyone who believes in true friends that will do anything for you, even through thick and thin.

--Dallas, amazon reviewer

May 3, 2016
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