Author
Stories where every child can see themselves.
Writing was Connie-Vee’s first connection to creative expression. When her daughters were young, she loved reading folktales with a positive message, but wanted more characters that looked like her children and the children of her community.
So she wrote those stories herself and shared them at local schools. Today they are available in paperback, e-book and audio, one story at a time.
Folktale · Audiobook
The Maker of Oils
Published by 3Hawk Sky LLC
A fun, fast-moving story that teaches the value of being the giver and not the receiver. Connie-Vee takes listeners through a little village, voicing every character: the industrious chief, the mischievous neighbor, the wealthy visitor and the Oil Maker and his family.
Mia & Zola · Adventure One
Up and Out: A Night Without the TV
Written by Connie-Vee Hawkins · Illustrated by TeMika Grooms
Ten-year-old Mia and her family love sitting in front of the TV, the complete opposite of Grandma Zola, who loves the outdoors. When the lights go out, Mia gets a life lesson that includes a bear in striped underwear, Mount Nomore and her dad dancing in diapers.
Praise
“Connie-Vee is a talented storyteller and gifted,
generous teacher. She has the courage to try to make
the world a better place by celebrating diversity.”
Robert Reese, Author
Schools & Libraries
Invite Connie-Vee for a story reading
Live readings where she acts out every character, perfect for classrooms,
libraries and family events