Our Story

The Bury Kids began after the creation of Neighborhood Hair, a book that was never meant for the world at first.

Neighborhood Hair was written as a therapeutic, in house story for my niece, who, just like I once did, attended Lexington Public Schools through the METCO program. While the program opens doors academically, it can also present challenges around identity, belonging, and self acceptance.

As my niece navigated those spaces, she struggled with embracing her beautiful Black features. Watching how Neighborhood Hair helped her see herself differently, more confidently and proudly, revealed the power of storytelling and its ability to shape how children see themselves.

I have been writing stories since I was a child, and in that moment, sitting inside my family’s home on Moreland Street, where generations before me lived for over fifty years, I understood these stories were bigger than one child. They were for generations.

From there, The Bury Kids was created as a story universe rooted in real neighborhoods, real experiences, and real lessons. A place where children, parents, and elders can see themselves, recognize shared experiences, and feel connected.

This series was built to be a safe space. One that pours back into our youth, honors our cultures, and tells stories rooted in truth, resilience, and beauty. Stories from people who look like us, across all cultures.

Each Bury Kids book has a purpose.

Each story carries a lesson.

Together, they create a neighborhood where everyone belongs.