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Philly & Friends
...inspiration for the modern child
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Welcome to Philly & Friends

Home of the picture book ‘Who Do I See in the Mirror?’

LAUNCHING SOON: REMARKABLE AFRICANS: The Untold Stories of 40 Bold & Brave African Women

 
“I am so happy to have you here. I hope you love our picture books. Our books are simple yet powerful, written to teach children self-values such as gratitude, confidence and acceptance. Have a look around and let me know what you think. ”
— Philly
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New Book Alert

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Be Bold! Be Brave! Be Remarkable!…

This is a book about 40 inspirational women from different African countries — women who made moves to lead, overcome and conquer in their various fields.

 

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Our Debut picture BOOK

 
 

WHO DO I SEE IN THE MIRROR?

“There is only one me!”

"Who Do I See in the Mirror? explores the various parts of the body, making the idea of self-discovery exciting for children while encouraging them to love each part. It reminds children that they are much more than their physical appearance. This gorgeous, colour-illustrated book concludes with a strong message that it’s what is on the inside that counts. A wonderful finishing touch is that it ends with a certificate that each child can hang up on their wall."

As Philly looks at her reflection in the mirror, she realises that from her curly hair to her legs that love to dance, she is unique. But what makes her truly special is her good heart and curious mind. 

Written by Vese Aghoghovbia Aladewolu
Illustrated by Irene Omiunu

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“The words spoken into our lives from childhood, manifest into the adults we become”
— Vese Aghoghovbia Aladewolu
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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Welcome to the home of Philly & Friends and its debut book ‘Who Do I See in the Mirror?’ written by Vese Aghoghovbia ‘Wolu and illustrated by Irene Omiunu

 
 
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about us

Philly & Friends is a contemporary children’s brand with a purpose. It offers children’s books and educational products that encourage confidence, self-love and positive values in our beloved children while supporting underprivileged kids around the world.

Philly & Friends was born out of a desire to see children grow up to see the beauty in themselves and around the world. We desire to build well-rounded children who believe they can be anything they want to be.

Vese
xoxo

 
 
 
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“I want our children to see themselves represented in the media, in books, toys and all that they consume. Representation is everything. You believe what you see, and you become what you believe. Also, I believe that diverse books aren’t just for kids from ethnic minorities; they are for everyone. They teach love, tolerance and acceptance; they make the world a better place.“ Thankful to everyone who beloved in our vision and keeps supporting. . . . #PhillyandFriends #WhodoIseeinthemirror #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #raisingreaders #childrensbook #picturebooks #bookworm #booksforkids #diversebooks #childrenillustrationbooks #weneeddiversebooks #frobabies #blackbabies #blackauthors #bookstagram #childrenillustration #kidsbookstagram #childrenbooksauthor #kidsbookswelove #raisingreaders #youngreaders #childrenbookrecommendations #instagrambooks #bookstagram #blackwomenauthors #africanhistory
When the lovely @mosopsy, founder of @vishebility, contacted me to say she was nominating Philly & Friends for The Precious Awards, Start-Up of the Year Category, imposter syndrome kicked in immediately. My initial thoughts were "Ah, what have I done to deserve Startup of the year. This isn't even really a start-up" 🤦🏾‍♀️. Unknowingly, my husband came into the room immediately after to tell me well done and how proud of me he was. That gave me the boost I needed to believe a tad bit more. So, I'm pleased to say, we have been selected as a finalist for the Startup of the Year category, at The Precious Awards. @precious_awards. It's an organisation set up to champion women of colour 🙌. #PA19
#MondayMotivation and the reason we’ve created a brand like #PhillyandFriends, filling the void and telling the stories that should never be forgotten. We can’t wait to share updates of our new book #RemarkableAfricanWomen with you. Have a lovely week ahead, #PnF fam 💕 . . . . #PhillyandFriends #WhodoIseeinthemirror #childrensbooks #kidsbooks #raisingreaders #childrensbook #picturebooks #bookworm #booksforkids #diversebooks #childrenillustrationbooks #weneeddiversebooks #frobabies #blackbabies #blackauthors #bookstagram #childrenillustration #kidsbookstagram #childrenbooksauthor #kidsbookswelove #raisingreaders #youngreaders #childrenbookrecommendations #blackwomenauthors #africanhistory
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
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