Aleta Kazadi's books offer a unique glimpse into the rich tapestry of Democratic Republic of Congo stories. The Rou Series, in particular, captivates readers with its engaging narratives and authentic representation of Congolese culture.

Aleta Kazadi, Author of stories from the D.R. Congo

Aleta Kazadi, Author of stories from the D.R. CongoAleta Kazadi, Author of stories from the D.R. CongoAleta Kazadi, Author of stories from the D.R. Congo

Aleta Kazadi, Author of stories from the D.R. Congo

Aleta Kazadi, Author of stories from the D.R. CongoAleta Kazadi, Author of stories from the D.R. CongoAleta Kazadi, Author of stories from the D.R. Congo

Aleta Kazadi: Author of Stories from the Democratic Republic of Congo

Aleta Kazadi: Author of Stories from the Democratic Republic of CongoAleta Kazadi: Author of Stories from the Democratic Republic of CongoAleta Kazadi: Author of Stories from the Democratic Republic of CongoAleta Kazadi: Author of Stories from the Democratic Republic of Congo

Discover Aleta Kazadi books that tell stories from the Democratic Republic of Congo, making you feel as if you're watching a video through the immersive narratives of the Rou Series.

Aleta Kazadi: Author of Stories from the Democratic Republic of Congo

Aleta Kazadi: Author of Stories from the Democratic Republic of CongoAleta Kazadi: Author of Stories from the Democratic Republic of CongoAleta Kazadi: Author of Stories from the Democratic Republic of CongoAleta Kazadi: Author of Stories from the Democratic Republic of Congo

Discover Aleta Kazadi books that tell stories from the Democratic Republic of Congo, making you feel as if you're watching a video through the immersive narratives of the Rou Series.

Aleta Kazadi's books

Take  an adventure to the Democratic Republic of Congo without buying an airline ticket or packing your suitcase.  This story drops you, literally, into the wilderness as your plane is going down where with the main character you will explore the landscape, meet the  people  of the Congo, learn some of their customs and see some of their foods.  You will feel like you were there.

    The Rou Series, stories from my dog's eyes

    My Purpose

    My Purpose

    My Purpose

    This first story of Rou known as Roulage is a true story of my dog told through his eyes.  It's a true story highlighted by information about Congolese life and highlighting a marriage.  This story is written for middle school or older readers.

    My Vision

    My Purpose

    My Purpose

    Meet Rou, he was my wonderful companion.  He had so many adventures including chasing a robber from our valley.  The lady he protected made a meal for him whenever he wandered by her house in gratitude for his help.

    My Values

    My Purpose

    My Values

    This story about Rou is also a true story telling the way we both learned how wonderful exercise could be in making our day better.

    Coming Soon--The Biography of Dr. Sulu Maseb à Mwang

    An amazing and inspiring biography of a man who started life in a family too poor to put flip flops on their children's feet, rising to become the doctor who built the biggest hospital in central Africa. Reading Dr. Sulu's life story is like watching an action movie as he navigated so many strange and dangerous events, reminiscent of the incredible tales found in Aleta Kazadi books and the rich Democratic Republic of Congo stories featured in the Rou Series.

    Dr Sulu and me next to one of his hospital's machines

    About Me

    • When my husband died at the age of 51 it compelled me to seek out his family in the Democratic Republic of Congo and tell them about his life.  He left his home at the age of 18 as an exchange student and due to many circumstances he was unable to return before he died. As he lay in a grave outside Chicago I felt  that he, from his grave, put a cord around my neck pulling me to go and meet his family.  That became the impetus for me to leave my safe cocoon, leave my comfortable house, and start an odyssey that lasted ten years. 
    •  Sometimes we have to leave to see things better and the experience of leaving the US and living in the land where my late husband grew up taught me many things.    I learned to love the Congo, its people, customs, food and much more.  Once I returned to my native US I started writing about the Congo.  My book, Songs of Discovery, is a happy book that takes the reader on an adventure.  The two books about Mr Rou are true books from my dog's perspective.  In them I introduce young readers not just to my beloved dog but to the country and customs around them. 
    • Presently I am working on a Biography of Dr Sulu Maseb à Mwang, the same doctor who saved my life and is standing beside me in this picture above taken by one of the new machines in his wonderful hospital.  I lived with him and his family for the first year I was in the Congo while he himself was recovering from leukemia.  His story is one that is so unusual and inspiring I asked his permission to share it.  You can  too when it is released in the near future.  Watch this space.

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