Dr. Michael Woodward, Jr.
King Monte: Life's Toughest Choices
When every choice, and answer, has the potential to shape his future, Monte must learn that the path to becoming a true friend often lies in facing life's toughest challenges head-on.
Dr. Michael Woodward, Jr.’s King Monte: Life’s Toughest Choices draws readers back into Monte Driarson’s inspiring world—where being true to your friends, your family, and yourself can turn any young man into a king.
Young King
All young kings have the potential for greatness and reminding them of this is essential. They must be cherished and challenged all the while being championed to learn and grow. With the help of caring mentors, they can conquer their fears and show the world they're here to lead through kindness and inspiration.
Beaming with a sense of regal and wonder for young boys everywhere, Dr. Michael Woodward, Jr.'s Young King shares powerful moments of knowledge and encouragement to help all young men to inspire the masses and grow into the kings they are destined to become.
The Read To Lead Series
The Inspire(d) Read To Lead Series is a resource for teachers and parents to inspire new readers to learn to read, so that they can soon read to learn.
The target age range for The Read To Lead series best serves emergent, early, and transitional readers ages 3-7.
Inspire(d) Reading
Animated Read Alouds
Grab your copy of Michael’s Inspiration and follow along on Youtube for a special read aloud!
Penguins Can’t Fly
Finding others to believe in you isn't always the easiest thing to do, but maybe finding the belief in yourself first is best? On a South African beach, a penguin is determined to fly, even when her peers think penguins are best kept in the sand.
The Mighty Monarch Butterfly
Guided by its antennae, the monarch butterfly migrates across much of North America as the temperature begins to dip and summer comes to end. But what happens when one gets separated from the kaleidoscope of butterflies?
There’s Something About Mommy
A mother and son’s bond is like no other. Shaped by lullabies, toothbrushes, secrets, pillow fights, and yellow stoplights, it's no wonder this bond is so dynamic!
The Nicest Nile Crocodile
Take a journey near the African pyramids and meet an unusually nice Nile crocodile desperate to find friendship and help for a growing toothache. The bond he creates with an unfamiliar Egyptian bird leads to a special relationship between two unlikely species.
Recent Press
Miami Proud: Local Author Michael Woodward Jr. Writes Stories Of Black and Brown Characters To Fill A “Cultural Void” On Bookshelves Everywhere
The Miami Times
Author’s read aloud at the Adrianne Arsht Center
Recent Author’s Visits
Vizcaya Museums
The Adrianne Arsht Center
The Inspire(d) Writers Workshop
Flamingo Gardens - Davie, FL
Scott Lake Elementary School
Sheyes Daycare
Moonlit Reading - Surfside, FL
Homestead Cybrarium
Story Walk - Parkland Library
King Monte Activity Workbook Bundle
Give the gift reading to a child
Inspire The Masses
Everyday presents itself with the opportunity to either inspire or become inspired. Dr. Michael Woodward, Jr. exemplifies these separate acts that, when combined, lead us to becoming our greatest selves in the presence of children and one another.
King Monte Book Release
Centered at the Lil‘ Green House Grill within The Historic town of Overtown Miami, take a look back at the special release of King Monte: Are You My P.E. Teacher?
Dr. Michael A. Woodward, Jr. is a former elementary teacher from Miami, FL who earned his bachelor's degree at Florida A&M University (FAMU) and a master's degree from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). Recently, he completed his PhD in Education at Barry University.
When Michael isn't typing away on his tablet, you can find him near a beach in search of a beautiful sunrise, working on his antique muscle car or nestled on the couch with his family watching Jeopardy.
Inspire The Masses
Recent Virtual & In-Person Author Visits
A year of inspriation.
Recent Author’s Visit
South Florida author Michael A. Woodward, Jr.'s visit to Crosspointe Elementary inspired students to reach for the stars. Students say seeing themselves in stories, and history books will help them believe they have what it takes to realize their potential.
The Inspire(d) Collection
What People Are Saying About Michael’s Literature
“Absolutely brilliant.”
— Amazon Verified Purchase
“So when I was reading this book I instantly went back to when I first seen an African American teacher.“
— Amazon Verified Purchase
“This book has allowed my son to feel more comfortable expressing his feelings like King Monte but has also allowed our family to have open conversations about things our son may be facing in this world at a young age!“
— Goodreads Review
“Teacher Approved!”
— Amazon Verified Purchase
Inspire The Masses, LLC
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