Nyanda Foday and Joelle Avalino

Nyanda Foday was Birmingham's Young Poet Laureate 2016-2018, and is inspired by the impact that words can have to create, unite, explain and enjoy. She strives to connect with others where she can by sharing and listening to others’ work.

Joelle Avelino is a Congolese and Angolan illustrator and animator. She graduated from the University Of Hertfordshire in 2012 with a BA (Hons) in Illustration with Marketing. She has worked with many clients, including; BBC, Malala Fund, Elle Magazine, The Guardian and Google's Women Tech Makers

Nyanda and Joelle joined Nikki #InTheReadingCorner to talk about the power of books, the importance of finding yourself in a  book and their book, Bookworms.

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Publisher's Blurb
What does a book mean to those who search for acceptance and understanding? A place to find friends feel part of a family, or be your true self. A good book takes you to new worlds; the right one shows you can exist in this one.

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