First Black Digital Storybook Available in the AppStore

On June 1 the first African-American digital storybook hit the AppStore. A Song for Miles is written, illustrated, scored, narrated and developed by African Americans. Suggested Reading Strange New Details Emerge About Suspect in Rihanna Home Shooting 13 Reasons Black Folks Fear the Worst Is Already Here Tony! Toni! Toné! Drama: Founder’s Family Fights Over…

On June 1 the first African-American digital storybook hit the AppStore. A Song for Miles is written, illustrated, scored, narrated and developed by African Americans.

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From BlackNews.com: “Music has a way of uniting people and can teach important lessons,” says Dr. Tiffany S. Russell. “I have a 3-year old son who will come of age at a time that is digitally oriented and musically creative. It is important to me that I meaningfully contribute to the media that he and other children consume and A Song for Miles is the beginning of this contribution.”

Watch this introduction to the interactive app.

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