In a world where children’s literature often plays it safe, CIC books have broken the mold. Created by Ka’Ron Gaines, known globally as TheHipHopAuthor, CIC books aren’t just stories—they’re powerful tools for consciousness, healing, empathy, and self-discovery.
From themes of racial identity and unity to grief, dreams, faith, and self-love, these books speak to both the heart and mind. And now, with the emergence of the emotionally groundbreaking CIC-Obituary series, they are touching lives in ways we never imagined children’s books could.
🌍 What Are CIC Books?
CIC stands for Children’s Illustrated Concepts. These books are intentionally designed to introduce children to big, often complex topics—but in simple, safe, and beautifully illustrated ways.
Each book by Ka’Ron Gaines:
- Tackles real-world issues through a child’s lens
- Is rooted in truth, love, and identity
- Celebrates diversity, resilience, and unity
- Uses vivid illustrations and accessible language
- Encourages families, classrooms, and communities to talk
💡 The Benefits of CIC Books
✅ Emotional Intelligence: CIC books encourage kids to explore their feelings, ask questions, and think critically about the world around them.
✅ Diversity & Inclusion: The books embrace children of all races, cultures, and experiences—especially those often underrepresented in literature.
✅ Therapeutic Use: Teachers, counselors, and therapists around the world use CIC books to help kids express and manage emotions.
✅ Global Learning Tool: These books have been embraced across the U.S., India, Africa, and Europe—bridging cultures with universal values.
✅ Positive Identity Building: CIC books uplift children’s self-worth, showing them they are loved, capable, and important—just as they are.
✨ List of 27 CIC Books by Ka’Ron Gaines – TheHipHopAuthor
Here’s the complete list of published CIC titles that are changing the landscape of children’s literature:
- Woke Seed
- My Brothers I Haven’t Met Yet
- Sarah Can Be Your Friend Too
- I’m Just Like You
- One Race, One Culture, One God, One Pandemic
- All Lives Should Matter
- All I See
- Now I Know I Can Do Anything
- Every Neighborhood Needs A Mr. Charleston
- We Are From The Same City
- Because Of Where I’m From
- Child Of Christ
- Pursuing To Be Happy
- Mama Goes To Work
- I Love Myself, Because I Do
- Moon
- Dance Is My Light
- The Abandoned Black Boy
- The First, But Not The Last
- My Parents Say You Will Make America Great Again
- The Stutter Flow
- The Ride Along
- Everyone Has Subby
- I Love My Skin
- Get Good Grades Or Study Hard Trying
- My Good Girl, My Superwoman
- Amir “Lightyear” Is Still Near (CIC-Obituary)
🕊️ Introducing: CIC-Obituary – A Literary Healing Bridge
One of the most unique and powerful concepts in children’s literature is the CIC-Obituary series—books written from the imagined voice of a child who has passed away.
These are not sad books, but soothing, soul-touching tributes filled with warmth, innocence, and spiritual connection.
🌟 Benefits of CIC-Obituary Books:
- 💞 Brings Closure to Families: Helps grieving families reconnect and find peace through a final “message” from the child.
- 👼 Celebrates a Child’s Life: Rather than focusing on death, these books focus on love and legacy.
- 👪 Sparks Family Dialogues: Makes it easier to talk about grief with young ones in a non-scary, comforting way.
- 🧠 Therapeutic for Siblings: A powerful tool for children who have lost a brother, sister, or friend.
🌠 Featured CIC-Obituary Title:
“Amir ‘Lightyear’ Is Still Near” — A moving book in which a young boy who adored space assures his family that he’s still with them. It’s poetic, heartfelt, and unforgettable.
✍️ Meet the Visionary: Ka’Ron Gaines aka TheHipHopAuthor
Ka’Ron Gaines is a proud father, community activist, motivational speaker, and one of the most soulful voices in modern children’s literature. Based in Ypsilanti, Michigan, he has become a global name through his fearless storytelling and emotional authenticity.
Once known as Mr. One God, Gaines now goes by TheHipHopAuthor, a title that reflects his cultural roots, creative rhythm, and unfiltered voice. His mission?
To give every child—especially Black and brown children—the opportunity to see themselves reflected with dignity, pride, and power.
With CIC books, he’s doing far more than writing stories.
He’s healing hearts.
He’s opening minds.
He’s changing lives.
🌎 The Global Rise of CIC Books
From classrooms in America to schools in India, libraries in Africa, and homes in Europe, CIC books are being embraced by parents, teachers, and mental health professionals as must-have tools for raising conscious, confident children.
They’ve been featured on major literary platforms, school campaigns, and cultural awards. Some titles, like One Race, One Culture, One God, One Pandemic, have even sparked international collaborations and Guinness World Record projects.
💬 Final Thoughts
Whether you are a parent, teacher, counselor, or just someone who believes in the power of stories—CIC books belong on your shelf.
They are more than books. They are conversations.
They are safe spaces.
They are mirrors and windows.
They are soul work disguised as bedtime stories.
And at the heart of it all is a man with a mission—Ka’Ron Gaines, who dares to say:
“Let’s give kids more than cartoons and rhymes.
Let’s give them truth, light, and love.”
📘 CIC Books by TheHipHopAuthor – Now Available Worldwide
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