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New Photo Book Offers Glimpse Into 'The Heart Of A Boy'

A picture of Ojore, standing near a swimming pool wearing goggles on his forehead.
Kate T. Parker
A photo of Ojore from 'The Heart of a Boy: Celebrating the Strength and Spirit of Boyhood' by Kate T. Parker

Do you have a piece of wisdom you wish you could share with your younger self?

A new book from photographer contains 200 vibrant portraits and quotes from boys who embrace all facets of their youth: they're athletes, artists, dancers, cancer survivors, buddies and goofballs. They're all part of a new photo book called

"It's not easy to stand up for yourself and others, but doing it is its own reward." - Eli, 10

Kate T. Parker is coming to Raleigh next week.

The chapters all have descriptors of a boys heart, such as: "The Heart is Vulnerable," "Joyful," "Dedicated," "Expressive," "Kind." 

Photographer Kate T. Parker created the books "The Heart of a Boy" and   She'll be at in Raleigh, Tuesday April 30th.

Rebecca Martinez produces podcasts at ¼ª²ÊÍøÍøÕ¾. She’s been at the station since 2013, when she produced Morning Edition and reported for newscasts and radio features. Rebecca also serves on ¼ª²ÊÍøÍøվ’s Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accountability (IDEA) Committee.
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