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I’m A Brilliant Black Boy!Betty K.Bynum (A) and Joshua Drummond (A) and Brian McGee (ILT)
List Price: $19.95 (Hardcover – Empowering Black Boys – 2018)
Launching THE BBOY COLLECTION / THE I’M A BOY COLLECTION, we introduce “I’M A BRILLIANT LITTLE BLACK BOY! Finally a gloriously designed and joyful, colorful picture book to celebrate our little Black boys with…
$19.95
Feel the Beat: Dance Poems that Zing from Salsa to SwingMarilyn Singer (A) and Kristi Valiant (ILT)
List Price: $17.99 (Hardcover – Social Dance and Poetry – 2017)
An irresistible book of poems about dancing that mimic the rhythms of social dances from cha-cha to two-step, by the acclaimed author of Mirror Mirror
Description: Marilyn Singer has crafted a vibrant collection of poems celebrating all…
$17.99
I Need You to Know: The ABC’s of Black Girl MagicLora McClain-Muhammad (A) and Asia Lewis Ross (ILT)
List Price: $10.00 (Paperback – Activity Book for Black Girls- 2019)
A children’s coloring book filled with all things Black Girl Magic from A to Z! The “I Need You To Know…” series depicts our children beautifully from their skin complexion to their hair type. The book…
$10.00
I Need You to Know… The ABC’s of a Young King’s GreatnessLora McClain-Muhammad (A) and Asia Lewis Ross (ILT)
List Price: $10.00 (Paperback – Activity Book for Black Boys – 2019)
The much anticipated coloring book filled with all things about a Young Kings Greatness from A-Z! It was created after the overwhelming success of the girls coloring book, I Need You to Know The ABC’s…
$11.00
Marcus Garvey Activity BookMichelle E. Thomas (A) and Donald L. Hill (ILT)
List Price: $11.99 (Paperback – Activity and Coloring Book – 2017)
The Marcus Garvey Activity Book is an overview of Marcus Mosiah Garvey’s life and all his great accomplishments. This book provides our youth with an introduction of Marcus Garvey in hopes of them wanting to…
$11.99
Thread of LoveKebir Sehgal (A) and Surishtha Sehgal (A) and Zara Gonzalez Hoang (ILT)
List Price: $18.84 (Hardcover – East India / Siblings – 2018)
Three siblings enjoy the Indian festival of Raksha Bandhan—a celebration of the special relationship between brothers and sisters—in this vibrant reinterpretation of the classic song Frère Jacques (Are You Sleeping) from New York Times bestselling mother/son…
$18.84
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“With over 25 years in business, we’ve built strong partnerships with publishers and distributors—one of the many valuable benefits we’re able to offer our customers.”
We are enthusiastic about the upcoming school year and are committed to expanding our collection with a wide range of popular titles. At present, our online inventory includes more than 1,300 books, with an additional 3,000 titles in our database, the majority of which align with Core Curriculum Standards. Our high-quality books are sure to capture their attention, stir the imagination and engage students to want to read.
Ashay By The Bay is the #1 Black Children’s Bookstore, aka The Largest Selection of African American and Multi-Cultural Children’s Bookstore. Our hand-picked selection includes 49 collections of diverse and inclusive stories that ignite young minds and foster a love for reading at an early age. From picture books to children’s novels, our bookstore has something for every age and interest.
With over 25 years in business, we’ve built strong partnerships with publishers and distributors—and that has been an added value for our customers. We are enthusiastic about the new school year and we are committed to continue bringing you the best high quality books that educate and empower children.

Shop the Best Reads at Our Children’s Bookstore
“With over 25 years in business, we’ve built strong partnerships with publishers and distributors—one of the many valuable benefits we’re able to offer our customers.”
We are enthusiastic about the upcoming school year and are committed to expanding our collection with a wide range of popular titles. At present, our online inventory includes more than 1,300 books, with an additional 3,000 titles in our database, the majority of which align with Core Curriculum Standards. Our high-quality books are sure to capture their attention, stir the imagination and engage students to want to read.
Ashay By The Bay is the #1 Black Children’s Bookstore, aka The Largest Selection of African American and Multi-Cultural Children’s Bookstore. Our hand-picked selection includes 49 collections of diverse and inclusive stories that ignite young minds and foster a love for reading at an early age. From picture books to children’s novels, our bookstore has something for every age and interest.
With over 25 years in business, we’ve built strong partnerships with publishers and distributors—and that has been an added value for our customers. We are enthusiastic about the new school year and we are committed to continue bringing you the best high quality books that educate and empower children.

Ages 9-12 and Grades 4-5
Browse AllIn this timely follow-up to the best-selling, genre-defining Young, Gifted and Black, you can meet 52 more Black icons from around the world – this time spanning even more countries and including inspiring figures from as far back as the 1500s right up to present-day heroes.
Featuring the stories of recent changemakers such…
$24.99
Step into My Power: A Guide to Feeling Good and Living Your Best LifeThis newly updated and extended version of…
$16.00
The Story of Kamala Harris: An Inspiring Biography for Young ReadersDiscover the life of Kamala Harris―a story for kids ages 6 to 9 about fighting for justice. The new edition, updated to reflect her vice presidency and 2024 presidential run!
Kamala Harris is the first woman, Black American, and South Asian American to become vice president of the United States―and now she is running…
$6.99
Clock Striker, Vol 1: “I’m Gonna Be a SMITH!” (Saturday AM TANKS / Clock Striker, 1)Clock Striker, now in graphic novel format, follows Shonen manga’s first Black female lead hero, Cast, in her quest to become a member of the SMITHS, the legendary warrior engineers.
*2024 YALSA Great Graphic Novel for Teens*
*2023 Texas Library Association Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Winner – Starred…
Original price was: $13.99.$12.99Current price is: $12.99.
Mission to Shadow Sea (Future Hero #2)Unlock your inner hero!
Jarell has accepted his destiny as the savior of Ulfrika. But when he’s summoned back to the kingdom through the magical portal in his cousin’s barbershop, he finds it in even greater danger than when he left. A powerful god has put the inhabitants of Ulfrika in peril, and the only…
$7.99
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“With over 25 years in business, we’ve built strong partnerships with publishers and distributors—one of the many valuable benefits we’re able to offer our customers.”
We are enthusiastic about the upcoming school year and are committed to expanding our collection with a wide range of popular titles. We have 49 collections, and our books and educational materials meet Core Curriculum Standards. Our high-quality books are sure to capture their attention, stir the imagination and engage students to want to read.

School Collections
Build Your Own School Collection Online and Checkout
Now you can build your own custom collection for your classroom.
Select books from our 49 collections and SAVE 10 – 15% on your order. To get started click on the link School Collection Builder
Setting up is easy—just create an account, enter your school information, and include a purchase order if needed. Orders ship within approximately 10 business days.
Prefer to order offline? Send us your purchase order, and we’ll process it for you. For assistance, contact Deborah Day direct at ashaybythebayceo@gmail.com or call 844-543-7732.

School Collections
Build Your Own School Collection Online and Checkout
Now you can build your own custom collection for your classroom.
Select books from our 49 collections and SAVE 10 – 15% on your order. To get started click on the link School Collection Builder
Setting up is easy—just create an account, enter your school information, and include a purchase order if needed. Orders ship within approximately 10 business days. LEARN MORE
Prefer to order offline? Send us your purchase order, and we’ll process it for you. For assistance, contact Deborah Day direct at ashaybythebayceo@gmail.com or call 844-543-7732.

































































