Tiana Akoh-Arrey, an 11-year-old student from Boughton Leigh Junior School in Rugby, Warwickshire, has authored a book titled 'Difriendsity' to promote inclusivity and celebrate uniqueness among young people.

The book features a main character named Carla, who has vitiligo, and showcases a diverse cast of friends, including Chris, who uses a wheelchair, and Lisa, who is neurodiverse, as they collaborate on a school poster competition.

Tiana's work has garnered international attention, including sponsorship from the Kelly Clarkson show, and is available globally on Amazon.

Through her writing, Tiana aims to instill confidence in readers about their heritage and appearance, contributing positively to their self-esteem.

In addition to promoting inclusivity, Tiana hopes to raise awareness about various conditions and make the narrative educational for children and teenagers.

She emphasizes that the story teaches that friendship can transcend differences in appearance and thought processes.

Tiana also highlights the importance of encouraging children to write, noting a concerning decline in reading due to increased screen time.

This is not Tiana's first venture into writing; she previously published her first book, 'My Afro: Twin Best Friends,' at the age of seven, which celebrated natural hair and received positive feedback from young girls.

Her mother, Dorothy Akoh-Arrey, expresses immense pride in Tiana's achievements and the positive messages conveyed through her books, emphasizing their unexpected success in the publishing industry.

With 'Difriendsity' now available worldwide on Amazon, Tiana's message of inclusivity and friendship is set to inspire children across the globe.