Meet Zaila Avant-garde, the remarkable teenager who is rewriting the rules of success.
At just 15 years old, Zaila has already accomplished more than most people dream of.
From being the first African American winner of the Scripps National Spelling Bee to holding Guinness World Records for her basketball skills, she’s a true phenom.
Now, she’s adding another feather to her cap as an author, inspiring kids with her new book, “It’s Not Bragging If It’s True: How to Be Awesome at Life.”
On May 10, Zaila shared a photo holding her new book on Instagram. She captioned the image, I’m officially a “New York Times Best Selling Author.” Thank you to everybody who helped put the book together, and thank you to everyone who went out and bought it. I really hope that you guys enjoy reading it!!
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According to Penguin Random House, “the nonfiction book shares Zaila’s personal anecdotes that have shaped her life and extends advice to readers on living authentically. While Zaila is an exceptional and inspiring young woman, she has fears and anxieties just like everyone else; what makes her remarkable is the way she chooses to move through the obstacles in front of her.”
