Christine Mapondera-Talley

Christine Mapondera is the author of Makanaka’s World, a picture book series designed to teach young children about our world cultures, geography, and language in a fun and engaging way. Christine was born in Chinhoyi, Zimbabwe, and now resides in Chicago with her two children. Her writing was initially inspired by her daughter, as she wrote stories for her in Shona, her native language. Today Christine is the founder of Global Kidz House, a book publishing company specializing in children’s books that celebrate the diversity of Africa and the African diaspora. You can find her online at www.christinemapondera.com.