Overview

In a land of rain and red soil, a young girl named Pendo dares to dream beyond her village. From frog jars to debate trophies, from heartbreak to hope, The Girl Who Wanted to Fly / La Niña que Quería Volar traces one girl's journey through childhood, identity, and resilience across languages, landscapes, and expectations. Told in lyrical bilingual text, this coming-of-age story by Kenyan-born, Spain-based author Brenda Bonuke Bogonko invites readers into Pendo's world of small joys and quiet courage. With warmth, humor, and honesty, Brenda crafts a tender portrait of a girl learning not just to rise but to fly. Perfect for ages 9+, this bilingual chapter book is ideal for classrooms, family reading, and anyone who's ever wondered if they were meant for more.

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""A stunning debut that soars with heart, hope, and honesty. Brenda Bonuke Bogonko gives young readers a story they can see themselves in and grow from."" ""A beautifully told bilingual journey of courage and self-discovery. Readers of all ages will be inspired by this tender portrait of a girl daring to dream beyond borders."" ""This story sings. Uplifting, lyrical, and grounded in truth, The Girl Who Wanted to Fly is a celebration of identity, imagination, and resilience.""

Author Information

Brenda Bonuke Bogonko is a Kenyan-born, Spain-based writer, educator, and poet. Her storytelling weaves together threads of migration, memory, and imagination, often centering the inner lives of young people navigating questions of identity and belonging. A passionate advocate for multilingual and cross-cultural storytelling, Brenda brings her global perspective and deep empathy to every page. The Girl Who Wanted to Fly is her debut bilingual children's novel. Based in Ghana, Michael Blanton is a dynamic illustrator and multidisciplinary creative whose bold, engaging style brings children's stories to life.

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