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LeBron Jamesis taking his slam-dunk skills into the world of children’s literature.
The “lively and inspiring” book’s description on HarperCollins’ website andAmazon says that it “reminds us that tomorrow’s success starts with the promises we make to ourselves and our community today,” and “has the power to inspire all children and families to be their best.”
“Books have the ability to teach, inspire, and bring people together,” James said in the release. “That’s why these books, and the opportunity to get children and parents reading together, mean so much to me.”
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I Promise book cover.HarperCollins
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“Most importantly, we wanted to make sure these stories are ones that every single kid can see themselves in,” the athlete continued. “I PROMISE is powerful in that way and I can’t wait for people to read it.”
HarperCollins Children’s Books’ editor Luana Horry praised James as “a positive role model for kids” in the release, saying she is “thrilled to have the opportunity to publish such an inspiring book.”
“It’s been such a pleasure working onI Promise, and James’ words have motivated us all to be the best versions of ourselves,” she noted of the basketball legend, who is dad to 5-year-old daughterZhuri Novaas well as sons Bryce Maximus, 12, andLeBron Raymone Jr., a.k.a “Bronny,” 15.
HarperCollins’ President & Publisher Suzanne Murphy added in a statement, “The philanthropy work that LeBron James does off the court, including the education that he’s providing to the students at the I PROMISE School, is remarkable.”
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“With a universal message that encourages everyone to always strive for greatness,I Promisewill resonate with students and readers everywhere,” Murphy added.
According to theI PROMISE School’s website, the school was opened in 2018 “with a mission to wrap around the most at-risk students and families in Akron. Taking a We Are Family approachto educating the whole childand family, IPS is creating a new model for urban, public education.”
WhileI Promisemarks the beginning of James’ journey into children’s titles, the release reports that he will also offer a middle-grade novel next year.
I Promiseis out Aug. 11, and available for pre-order now onamazon.com.
source: people.com
