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John Hockenberry

The Secret Is Out in Frankfurt: An Oliveseed Grows in Africa

Journalist John Hockenberry weaves a colorful tale...

Mohammed Hassim

The Reader Is Father of the Writer

In this foreword to our upcoming MLP Short Stories anthology, Mohammed Hassim reflects on the power of reading and the creative mind.

Amos Kipeen

Aitong Primary School Library, a Dream Come True

We launched a vibrant library and learning center at Aitong Primary School, where Amos went to school as a youngster!

Alex Lekishon

Celebrating Young Writers from the Maasai Mara

Alex reports on the need and impact of our writing project for Maasai students and the recent event honoring these young writers.

Ali Amhal

Are Books Obsolete?

We certainly hope not!! But is social media damaging young people’s ability and desire to read books and other long-form media?

Ali Amhal

Amazigh Women & the Argan Tree

Amazigh women and argan trees have a lot in common. They are precious, invaluable pillars of Moroccan-Amazigh life, culture, and identity.

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encouraging empathy for other life