Growing Up Black in Britain: Stories of courage, success and hope by Ashley Hickson-Lovence (author), Stuart Lawrence (author), and Simone Douglas (illustrator)

What is it like to grow up Black or Black dual heritage in Britain?Stuart Lawrence, brother of Stephen Lawrence, talks to seven inspirational figures about their childhood experiences, as well as sharing insight into his own. This is a collection of courageous, thought-provoking and ultimately hopeful pieces set to educate and inspire young people.

PRAISE FOR STUART’S DEBUT CHILDREN’S BOOK, SILENCE IS NOT AN OPTION :“This book will change lives” – Marianne Levy, the i Paper “Silence is Not an Option: You Can Impact the World for Change is intended to empower all children irrespective of skin colour to demand a better society… Stephen Lawrence’s brightness runs throughout the pages, along with Stuart’s love for his brother” – Louise Carpenter, The Times MagazineAbout the author: Stuart Lawrence is the younger brother of Stephen Lawrence, the young man who, on 22 April 1993, at the age of just 18, was murdered in an unprovoked racist attack. Stuart is an educator and motivational speaker, dedicated to helping to transform the life chances of young people.