About Amaka Ekwegh
Amaka, also known as Amy, is the author of
Dodie the Donkey, a heartfelt children’s story
encouraging young readers to embrace their uniqueness and
develop true, lasting friendships.
She is a dedicated civil servant with more than a decade of
experience in employment and training. Amaka brings insight,
compassion and an understanding of personal development into
her storytelling.
Her journey into children’s literature began with a childhood
love of imaginative writing. It has developed into a mission
to support positive identity formation, celebrate difference
and encourage empathy in young readers.
Amaka has been an active member of the Kiddie-Writers Forum
and has supported the CALFE bookstall at its Manchester
venue. She presented her book digitally during the 2023
online event and developed it into an animation to engage
children through visual storytelling.
She is currently scripting her second book and continuing
her commitment to entertaining and inspiring young readers.
Available For
- ✓ Children’s storytelling
- ✓ Author appearances
- ✓ School and community events
- ✓ Digital storytelling
- ✓ Discussions about identity
- ✓ CALF-Events activities
Featured Book
Dodie the Donkey
A heartfelt children’s story that encourages young readers
to embrace their uniqueness, celebrate difference and build
genuine friendships.
Author at CALF-Events
Amaka has presented her work through CALF-Events and has
supported its Manchester bookstall and children’s literacy
activities.
