![]() ![]() “There’s no market for Black children’s books,” one editor said. Although most editors liked the concepts, the Hudsons received rejection after rejection. They began presenting their ideas to various publishing houses. Combining their professional experience in marketing and graphic design, Wade and Cheryl developed a number of manuscripts including the AFRO-BETS ABC BOOK, which taught the alphabet using Afrocentric themes and images. Disappointed by the limited number and their unreliable availability, the couple embarked upon a mission: to produce the kind of positive, vibrant Black-interest books that they wanted for their own two children. ![]() Wade and Cheryl Hudson were parents on a desperate search for children’s books that reflected the diversity of Black history, heritage and experiences. Also check out our other top 100 publisher imprints and our list of Black-owned publishers. View all of the books published by Just Us Books on AALBC. ![]()
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