About our CEO
Paula Banks is the CEO and Founder of EION Books, a brand dedicated to inspiring creativity, empowering young storytellers, and ensuring every child sees themselves in the stories they read.
As an award-winning children’s author, Paula blends her passion for storytelling, education, and representation to create books that celebrate diverse voices, spark imagination, and encourage confidence in young readers. Her work goes beyond books—through interactive workshops, creative writing programs, and hands-on resources, she helps children and parents embrace the power of storytelling.
With a deep love for hip-hop, culture, and creativity, Paula brings a fresh and engaging approach to children’s literature, making learning fun, relatable, and impactful. Whether she’s guiding first-time authors through the self-publishing process or developing tools to help families build diverse home libraries, her mission remains the same—to inspire the next generation of storytellers.
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Writing a children's book is a thrilling ride, the publishing hustle can feel like a maze. EION Books Self-Publishing Services is your go-to for turning those stories into dope books that light up young minds.
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Books by EION Books: Inspire and Represent
Dream Big: Peyton's Hip - Hop Adventure
Dream Big: Peyton's Hip - Hop Adventure
Dream Big: Peyton's Hip - Hop Adventure
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Peyton's First Day at a New School
Dream Big: Peyton's Hip - Hop Adventure
Dream Big: Peyton's Hip - Hop Adventure
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The Secret of the Golden Clues: Peyton's Christmas Adventure
The Secret of the Golden Clues: Peyton's Christmas Adventure
The Secret of the Golden Clues: Peyton's Christmas Adventure
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Marcus and Big Red's Super Truck Adventure
The Secret of the Golden Clues: Peyton's Christmas Adventure
The Secret of the Golden Clues: Peyton's Christmas Adventure
Coming March 2025
Library Level Up:
Let’s Build Libraries That Speak to Every Child
Why Library Level Up?
Representation matters. It’s that simple. When kids see themselves in
books, they feel seen, valued, and ready to dream big
What we Offer
Mini-Course: Leveling Up Your Child’s Library
Think of this as your step-by-step guide to curating a collection that’s as
diverse as the world around us.
Diverse Book Hub
Representation matters, and that’s why we created the Diverse Book Hub a resource dedicated to showcasing stories that reflect the beauty
and richness of our world. This is the go-to place for readers, educators, and families to discover books that celebrate diversity and inclusion.
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