{"product_id":"kate-rafiq-birmingham-boy","title":"Birmingham Boy by Kate Rafiq","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBirmingham Boy\u003cbr\u003eby Kate Rafiq\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eFrom the vibrant streets of Birmingham comes a joyful celebration of childhood, community, and belonging. Kate Rafiq's \u003cem\u003eBirmingham Boy\u003c\/em\u003e is a beautifully illustrated picture book that captures the richness of everyday life through the eyes of a young South Asian boy navigating his city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eIn playful rhyming verses brought to life with colourful, atmospheric illustrations, we follow our protagonist from morning prayers through bustling streets, corner shops, and family moments. This is a story about seeing yourself reflected in the world around you—about pride in heritage, the warmth of community, and the simple magic of a day well-lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eBut there's depth beneath the joy. \u003cem\u003eBirmingham Boy\u003c\/em\u003e gently opens conversations about homelessness and social inequality, making it a perfect springboard for families wanting to explore what it means to see and care for those around us. The book carries a real-world purpose too: a portion of profits supports Homeless One, a Birmingham-based charity providing meals to homeless and vulnerable people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003eAt 36 pages and fully illustrated in a gorgeous paperback format, \u003cem\u003eBirmingham Boy\u003c\/em\u003e is the perfect read-aloud for children aged 3-7—a book that delights on first reading and reveals new depths on return visits. It's the kind of story that makes children see their own cities with fresh eyes and open hearts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:pb-2\"\u003ePerfect for families seeking picture books that reflect diverse Britain, for anyone with a connection to Birmingham, and for those who believe stories have the power to build empathy and understanding.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Literary Cat Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52778388488456,"sku":"9781838346102","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/7688\/0392\/files\/9781838346102.jpg?v=1762808350","url":"https:\/\/literarycatbooks.myshopify.com\/products\/kate-rafiq-birmingham-boy","provider":"Literary Cat Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}