Jeresha White

Mommy, I Thought You Said Black Was Beautiful is an encouraging book for children who have experienced the negative impact of being Black in today's world. Collectively, authors Phillip and Jeresha White, along with parents, educators, advocates, and guardians who take on the responsibility of becoming a part of the change in our Black communities, want Black children around the world to know that Black is, indeed, beautiful." Mom, I Thought You Said Black Was Beautiful is a powerful tool to help start the racism conversation in your home, school, and/or organization. Together, we can change the narrative and impact generations to come." - Jeresha White, founder & owner of Success Souvenirs

'What you've been through in the past does not have to define who you are today.'A mother at age 14, many people would have thought that the odds were stacked against her. However, despite the obstacles, Jeresha White proves that though the journey may be difficult, it's certainly not impossible. Told with refreshing honesty and filled with words of wisdom, Jeresha provides a unique look into her life, and her experiences with family, motherhood, and her journey into entrepreneurship.

'What you've been through in the past does not have to define who you are today.' A mother at age 14, many people would have thought that the odds were stacked against her. However, despite the obstacles, Jeresha White proves that though the journey may be difficult, it's certainly not impossible. Told with refreshing honesty and filled with words of wisdom, Jeresha provides a unique look into her life, and her experiences with family, motherhood, and her journey into entrepreneurship.