Welcome to JayBright Publishing

Stories that honour culture. Books that help people grow.

Discover children’s adventures, early-learning resources, thoughtful wellbeing titles and practical planners created by author and filmmaker Jamila Sesay.

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Raising a Happy Autistic Child book cover Yama and the Talking Drum book cover My First Preschool Workbook book cover
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More books for every reader

The Yama Adventures are part of Jamila Sesay’s wider catalogue. Discover standalone stories, early-learning workbooks, inclusive life-skills resources, family support and practical planners.

Standalone children’s stories

Imaginative adventures about courage, friendship and discovery.

Ages 6–10
Nenyama and the Whispering Forest book cover

Nenyama and the Whispering Forest

A children’s journey of courage, friendship and unforgettable magic.

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Early learning workbooks

Friendly practice for numbers, letters, preschool skills, shapes and patterns.

Ages 3–5

Inclusive life skills & calm

Visual, sensory-friendly resources that support routines, confidence and calm.

Ages 2–8

Family & wellbeing

Gentle, practical support for parenting, co-parenting and fresh starts.

Planning, work & study

Practical diaries, meeting planners and multi-subject notebooks for organised days.

Jamila Sesay, author, filmmaker and founder of JayBright Publishing
Jamila SesayAuthor · Filmmaker · Publisher

Meet the author

Stories rooted in heritage. Books created with purpose.

Jamila Sesay is a Sierra Leonean author and filmmaker based in the United Kingdom. She founded JayBright Publishing to create purposeful books that celebrate Sierra Leonean culture, make learning feel welcoming, and offer practical support to children, families, students, and professionals.

More about the Author
Celebrating Sierra Leonean heritageThe Yama Adventures introduce young readers to Sierra Leone’s places, traditions, language, and community values.
Inclusive, encouraging learningFriendly workbooks and visual resources designed to build confidence at a comfortable pace.
Practical support for everyday lifeThoughtful titles for families, students, and professionals, shaped by empathy and real-life needs.

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