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"Between Classes" by Angelot Ndongmo |
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When eighteen-year-old Derell leaves Jamaica to live with his father in Toronto, he enters a world defined by privilege, status, and unspoken rules at an elite high school that feels nothing like home. Struggling to adjust, he finds connection with Amina, a gifted dancer who is herself caught between personal desire and family expectations tied to wealth and social standing. As romance develops, Derell becomes entangled in tensions with Malik, a flashy aspiring rapper who sees him as both rival and threat. Navigating culture shock, family complexity, and the pressure to belong, Derell must decide what—and who—he is willing to fight for in a world shaped by class and ambition.
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"Finding Family" by Kamilah Haywood |
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Eighteen-year-old Trey leaves behind rejection in the suburbs and begins a new life in Toronto’s Gay Village, searching for acceptance and a place to belong. As he adjusts to a new environment, he begins to explore his queer identity while forming new friendships and navigating the possibilities of romance. Through these experiences, Trey begins to understand that family is not only defined by blood, but also by the people who choose to see, support, and accept you. Set against the backdrop of Toronto’s LGBTQ+ community, Finding Family is a story of self-discovery, healing, and the search for chosen family.
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"Own Your Words" by Kya Publishing Inc. |
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Coming soon from Kya Publishing Inc., Own Your Words is a practical guide to publishing for creators, centered on the idea that your story is your power. It offers a clear blueprint for publishing with purpose, maintaining creative control, and owning your voice from start to finish. This guide breaks down how to build a publishing path while developing work that contributes to a lasting creative legacy.
While grounded in publishing, Own Your Words is not only for writers, it’s for all content creators, artists, and visionaries who want to take ownership of their work and solidify their place in cultural and creative history. |
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More Teen Novels from Lorimer Kids |
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| Explore more teen novels from Black Canadian authors Kevin Heron Jones, Eddie Kawooya, and Stacey Robinson, also published by Lorimer. All books are available from your favourite local and online booksellers, including Chapters Indigo, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon. |
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Resources for Writers and Creators |
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At Kya Publishing Inc., through books, services, essays, and archives, we support storytelling in many forms with professional guidance and ongoing cultural commentary on the Black Canadian and Caribbean diaspora.
Whether you’re discovering new novels, seeking support for your own creative work, or exploring the essays and materials in our "Jamaican Canadian Zone" or "Carnival Spotlight" archives, Kya Publishing offers a space dedicated to amplifying diverse voices and preserving the stories that shape our communities.
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| We welcome literary news submissions from our Konnection community; if you have updates to share, please send them to konnection@kyapublishing.com, and we’ll be glad to feature you! |
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