Books apart of TL's Terrific Tales collection

TL's Terrific Tales

Inspire young minds with books, apparel, and gifts rooted in African royalty, history, and creativity. Every design helps children feel seen, celebrated, and proud of who they are.

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    The front cover of Cleopatra & Prince Tut Coloring Book. Featuring Cleopatra smiling and Prince Tut Standing right beside her in against the purple background of the cover.
    Cleopatra & Prince Tut Coloring Book. being held up at an event also next to the mini monarchs activity book.
    Cleopatra & Prince Tut Coloring Book: A Mini Monarchs Adventure in Creativity, Confidence, and History
    $16.99 $14.99 Save $2.00
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    Cleopatra the Wise.
    Cleopatra the Wise.
    Cleopatra the Wise: A Black Children’s Book About Courage, Confidence, and Finding Your Voice
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    The Crowned Cuties Collection featuring Cleopatra and Nefertiti surrounded by the covers and Cleopatra and Nefertiti Looking next to the book
    The Crowned Cuties Collection featuring Cleopatra and Nefertiti surrounded by golden circles. Covers of Nefertiti & The Great Lake, Cleopatra the Wise and the Cleopatra & Tut Coloring Book
    Crowned Cuties: A Royal Collection of Black Girl Magic, Bravery, and Brilliance
    $44.97 $35.99 Save $8.98
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    Cover of Curls & Crowns by TL Johnson showing a smiling Black girl with curly hair and her crown.
    E Book Cover of Curls & Crowns by TL Johnson showing a smiling Black girl with curly hair and her crown.
    Curls & Crowns: The Wonders of Your Hair– A Beautiful Black Children’s Book About Hair, Self-Love, and Confidence
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    Cover of Don’t Worry, I’ll Be Back Soon by TL Johnson showing a parent hugging their child.
    E Book Cover of Don’t Worry, I’ll Be Back Soon by TL Johnson showing a parent hugging their child.
    Don’t Worry, I’ll Be Back Soon – A Comforting Children’s Book About Love, Separation, and Reassurance
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    Dream Big Coloring Book by TL Johnson — STEM and career-themed coloring book pages featuring Black excellence for kids
    Cover of Dream Big Coloring Book — empowering Black children with positive career role models and inspirational coloring book pages
    Dream Big Coloring Book: A Tribute to Black Excellence in Careers
    $16.99 $14.99 Save $2.00
    The Mini Monarchs Activity Book. featuring Nefertiti, Ramses Cleopatra & Tut on the front cover.
    Image of the front cover featuring crossword puzzles, word scramble and a variety of other games
    Mini Monarchs Activity Book: A Black Children’s Educational Book Full of Puzzles, Riddles, and Royal Fun
    $14.99
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    Mini Monarchs Color & Play Bundle featuring three royal activity books for kids.
    Mini Monarchs Color & Play Bundle featuring three royal activity books for kids.
    Mini Monarchs Color & Play Bundle: 3 Black Children’s Books for Learning, Coloring, and Confidence
    $51.99 $39.99 Save $12.00
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    Mom & Dad, Don’t Worry Bundle by TL Johnson – Diverse children’s books about family, emotions, and culture
    Front image of Mom is Always Fussin. A Black children’s book bundle about family, emotions, and everyday life lessons
    Mom & Dad, Don’t Worry Bundle – Diverse Children’s Books About Real Family Life
    $45.99 $39.99 Save $6.00
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    Cover of Mom Is Always Fussin’ by TL Johnson showing a playful Black family moment.
    Children’s book about family love and understanding tone.
    Mom Is Always Fussin’ – A Funny & Heartfelt Children’s Book About Family, Love, and Patience
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    Nefertiti & Ramses: Coloring Book. Mockup of front cover Featureing Nefertiti on the front and Ramses
    Young girl in a red shirt enjoying coloring in Nefertiti & Ramses: Coloring Book.
    Nefertiti & Ramses Coloring Book: A Mini Monarchs Story of Courage, Strength, and Imagination
    $16.99 $14.99 Save $2.00
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    Cover of Nefertiti & The Great Lake by TL Johnson featuring a young Black princess beside a glowing Great Lake.
    Young gilr holding Nefertiti & The Great Lake (from the Mini Monarchs series).
    Nefertiti & The Great Lake – A Black Princess Adventure About Courage, Beauty, and Believing in Yourself
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    Cover of Nobody Listens to Dad by TL Johnson showing a loving Black father with his kids and wife.
    E Book Cover of Nobody Listens to Dad by TL Johnson showing a loving Black father with his kids a nd wife.
    Nobody Listens to Dad – A Funny & Heartfelt Children’s Book About Family, Patience, and Love
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    Ramses & The Great Wonder book cover, featuring Ramses standing in front of the Great Sphinx looking determined
    To young men reading Ramses & The Great Wonder. Black children’s book about strength, intelligence, and balance.
    Ramses & The Great Wonder – A Black Children’s Book About Strength, Intelligence, and Believing in Your Mind
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    Book cover of 'Tee Jay & Boney: Defenders of the Backyard Portal' featuring a boy and a dog.
    Book cover of 'Tee Jay & Boney' featuring a boy and a dog with a green background
    Tee Jay & Boney: Defenders of the Backyard Portal – A Fun & Magical Black Children’s Adventure About Friendship, Courage, and Imagination
    $16.99 $14.99 Save $2.00
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    Cover of The Adventures of Tay Tay & Mr. Elephant by TL Johnson featuring Tay Tay wearing her magical flying blanket.
    The Adventures of Tay Tay & Mr. Elephant.
    The Adventures of Tay Tay & Mr. Elephant – A Magical Black Children’s Book About Imagination, Friendship & Adventure
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    Cover of The Adventures of Tay Tay & Mr. Elephant: Dinoland Diplomacy by TL Johnson featuring Tay Tay and Mr. Elephant surrounded by friendly dinosaurs.
    Children's book titled 'The Adventures of Tay Tay & Mr. Elephant: Dinoland Diplomacy' with colorful cover featuring characters and dinosaurs.
    The Adventures of Tay Tay & Mr. Elephant: Dinoland Diplomacy – A Diverse Children’s Book About Courage, Teamwork, and Friendship
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    Cover of The Christmas Closer by TL Johnson showing a joyful cool Black elf and Black Santa Clause celebrating Christmas.
    Person reading a book titled 'The Christmas Closer' in a store setting.
    The Christmas Closer – A Heartwarming Black Children’s Book About Family, Love, and the Magic of Giving
    $6.99 from $4.99 Save $2.00

    TL’s Terrific Tales brings together every story, lesson, and adventure within the TL Johnson children’s universe. This complete library is designed to empower young readers through representation, emotional learning, cultural pride, and imaginative storytelling.

    From picture books and early-reader adventures to lesson-based stories and classroom favorites, each title helps children build confidence, empathy, creativity, and strong reading habits. These books reflect identity, teach positive values, and support real-life learning through purposeful, engaging narratives.

    Whether you're searching for African American children’s books, stories with life lessons, empowering picture books, or adventures for early readers, TL’s Terrific Tales offers a carefully curated collection that grows with your child.

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    These stories form the heart of TL’s Terrific Tales — a growing universe created to inspire young leaders through culture, imagination, and purpose.

    Book Collections

    Big Adventures, Small Lessons: TL Johnson Classics - The Mini Monarchs
    Big Adventures, Small Lessons: TL Johnson Classics
    Dream Big Apparel - The Mini Monarchs
    Dream Big Apparel
    The Dream Big Superhero Collection featuring Black children as powerful heroes and role models in a vibrant cityscape, highlighting TL Johnson’s Dream Big and The Superhero in You books that celebrate STEM, imagination, and Black excellence.
    The Dream Big Superhero Collection by TL Johnson Stories
    The Mini Monarchs - The Mini Monarchs
    Mini Monarchs: The Children’s Collection