Meet Nattassa
Nattassa Blakeney is a creative force and children's author with deep roots in St. John's, Antigua & Barbuda. She truly embodies the spirit of both the artist and the academic, blending her formal training in Broadcast Journalism (University of the West Indies) and Dance Education (Edna Manley College) with her professional work as a Media & Communications Consultant.
Her passion for storytelling is driven by a commitment to amplifying diverse voices. This is evident in her work as a podcaster, including her role with UnMute Now, which highlights the African, Caribbean, and Minority migrant communities in Northern Ireland.
Nattassa is currently focused on bringing the magic of the Caribbean to young readers through her literary projects, including the Maya and the Moko Jumbie children's book series. After spending over a decade in the United Kingdom, she uses her unique blend of island warmth and global perspective to create stories that bridge worlds.
About the Book
About the Book
Maya and the Moko Jumbie is a delightful Caribbean children's story that bridges past and present, weaving together culture and ancestral history. Through vibrant storytelling and playful imagination, it gives voice to the Afro-Caribbean experience in a way that resonates with young readers. More than just a story, Maya and the Moko Jumbie is a joyful and creative introduction to the rich traditions of our heritage.
- Floree Williams Whyte, Moondancer Books
Maya and the Moko Jumbie is a vibrant and imaginative tale set on the sun-kissed island of Antigua, where joy bubbles in the air as Maya prepares to celebrate her eighth birthday. Surrounded by love, laughter, and Caribbean traditions, she receives a most unusual gift-a tall, masked doll balanced on stilts. They call it a Moko Jumbie, but what secrets does it hold? One night under the cover of stars and the hush of dreams, Maya is swept into a realm alive with rhythm, dancing spirits, and ancient whispers. There, her mysterious new friend MJ leads her on a journey where the line between past and present blurs, and every beat of the drum reveals a hidden truth.
Was it just a dream-or the awakening of something far more magical?
Product Details:
Paperback
8.5 x 8.5 inches
34 pages
ISBN:978-976-8266-37-8