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Step into the vibrant world of Noah the Shoe Collector, a heartwarming and beautifully illustrated children’s book that celebrates culture, self-discovery, and the wisdom passed down through generations. Meet Noah, an energetic African American boy with a passion for sneakers. Whether it’s the brightest colors, the coolest designs, or the latest trends, Noah’s love for shoes knows no bounds. But when Noah becomes so focused on his flashy kicks that he starts overlooking the value of time, an unexpected encounter changes everything.

Sang Ly lives at Cambodia’s city dump and is grateful she can help earn a living for her family by sifting through the trash for recyclables and things that can be repaired and sold. On a good day, she can earn enough to buy food for her family. She needs enough good days so she can pay the rent collector, Sopeap—a grumpy old woman who shows no mercy and who is willing to evict any tenant who can’t pay their rent on time. When Sang Ly is unable to pay her rent for the month, she fears her family will have to leave the dump and their shanty home.