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Studio Dan is a social enterprise based in Jamaica that specializes in self-publishing authentic Jamaican reading books, made by Jamaican creatives for children aged 7+ and edutainment events. The idea was born from Danijah “Uncle Dan” Taylor’s passion for “penpowerment”, leading a literary revolution with original content focused on improving literacy, creativity, and critical thinking in our youth. #ReadWriteNow #Penpowerment
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Orlando Jack
“Orlando Jack,” is set in the scenic Parish of St Elizabeth. It tells a timeless story about a Jamaican bully who receives life-changing advice from some unlikely friends.
Odaedah Guardians and Gods
Abay’s journey to adulthood in the unique Daylite society on the ancient island of Odaedah, home to exotic flora and fauna, including the all-year blooming Sipella Flower.
Zabiti and Zemi Demi
2019 JCDC award-winning short story about King Udani’s journey to find the Land of Wood and Water, gets trapped, and falls in love with indigenous woman, Zabiti, in Xamayca.
Work! Studio Dan's Ananse Story
2019 JCDC award-winning short story. Ananse meets some new friends on his travels in Grandpa Leroy’s backyard. A modern spin on a timeless West African character.
Vote! Studio Dan's Ananse Story
Ananse starts a political career with the help of his friends Matthew and Nancy in MP McDavis’s backyard following his afternoon in Grandpa Leroy’s backyard.
Pedal Patrol
Four friends from Kingston create an eco-friendly robot named Stevie with great recycling methods. They become the new eco-protectors of Jamaica with the name “Pedal Patrol”.
Mango Gango!
Gango from Bath St Thomas is the mango-eating champion. Will he finally get to eat from Mr Chin’s prized mango tree? How many mangoes can one man eat? Dis wah story sweet!
SPEED
Two brothers, Steven and Kirk, live with their grandmother in Trelawny, Jamaica. The brothers, inspired by a legend, challenge themselves to race against time, choice, and purpose.
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