The Adventures of Zumba and Rumba

“Th e Adventures of Zumba and Rumba Book One: Th e Separation” was written with the
two grandchildren who live in New York. “Book Two: Th e Hunt for Th eir Father” and “Book
Th ree: Th e Quest to Find Th eir Mother” were written with Ruby Brooks, who lives in Miami.
Th e authors all love stories and books. Th e time spent together with the grandfather and
the grandchildren collaborating on the books was super special. Th ere were many hours of fun
spinning tales, brainstorming, and exploring multiple ideas through diff erent resources. Th e
authors did extensive research on African folklore, geography, wildlife, and stories, reading books
and learning about numerous aspects of the African Continent.
Ruby is very creative, and her vast imagination fueled many of these stories. Once a general
idea for a chapter was developed, she quickly created many alternative situations and adventures.
It was such fun to watch both new and old characters develop more fully in these last two books.
Th e fourth book about adventures in Egypt is currently underway, and it is being written
with Alana Brooks, who lives in Miami. All the grandchildren help with all of the books, but
each book has a primary grandchild author(s).
Th e authors hope these books provide inspiration and opportunity for families to have a
special time together, reading and sharing stories.