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Meet & Greet
A warm, personal welcome that helps young people connect with the author and the story behind the book.
A restorative justice story for young readers
Every harm leaves a mark.
Every choice can help repair it.
Bring the message of Rahim’s Rhyme to your school or youth correctional facility with an inspiring, in-person author experience.
For schoolsFor youth facilitiesDomestic travel included
RAHIM’S RHYME · SHAKUR ABDULLAH
More than a reading
A story becomes a doorway.
Through rhyme, conversation, and genuine connection, young people explore what it means to take responsibility, listen with empathy, repair harm, and find their way back to community.
01 Accountability02 Empathy03 Repair04 Reintegration
The complete experience
Three powerful hours.
Four lasting moments.
Each visit is intentionally designed to meet young people where they are—and invite them to imagine where they can go next.
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One-Hour Visit
An engaging visit designed for a school, youth program, or youth correctional facility.
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Live Book Reading
A memorable reading of Rahim’s Rhyme, followed by age-appropriate reflection on harm, healing, and repair.
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Personalized Signing
A personal book-signing experience that gives each young reader a meaningful connection to the message.
Schools & youth programs
Turn reading into reflection.
A meaningful complement to literacy, social-emotional learning, conflict resolution, and character education.
Youth correctional facilities
Create space for accountability and hope.
A credible, human-centered experience that invites honest conversation about choices, consequences, repair, and second chances.
All-inclusive domestic author visit
$5,500
one flat booking fee
✓ Meet & greet✓ One-hour on-site visit✓ Live reading✓ Personalized book signing✓ Round-trip domestic airfare✓ One overnight lodging stay✓ 10 complimentary books
Start the conversation
Bring a restorative message to your young people.
Complete the form below and select Submit Inquiry. Your request will be delivered directly to Rahim’s Rhyme, and you’ll see a confirmation here.