New Children's Book -Mahalo Does Not Mean Trash Receives Literary Titan Gold Book Award

SANTA ANA, Calif. - Dec. 22, 2022 - PRLog -- Perks Publishing is pleased to announce the release of the new children's book, "Mahalo Does Not Mean Trash," by the first-time juvenile authors Hiwalani Perkins (17), Puniaikeao Perkins (15), Alapaki Perkins (13) and their father AJ Paki Perkins. The book which focuses on the Hawaiian value of Mahalo (gratitude) is the recipient of the 2022 Literary Titan Gold Book Award.

The "Mahalo Does Not Mean Trash," story follows cousins who meet for the first time on a family vacation to Hawaii. During the trip, their cousin visiting from California mistakenly defines "Mahalo" only to be lovingly corrected by his Pupu (grandmother) who has the opportunity to teach her mo'opuna (grandchildren) the meaning of Mahalo as well as the kaona (deeper meaning) of one of Hawaii's most precious words.

"We are so honored by, and appreciative for the recognition 'Mahalo Does Not Mean Trash,' has received," explained Paki Perkins. "I'm so proud of my children for creating this book and for having the courage to start their own publishing company Perks Publishing to serve as a conduit for more stories to be shared."

"I am excited to share this story and our culture with the world," said Hiwalani Perkins, co-author and CEO for Perks Publishing. "Growing up with our grandma teaching us our culture seemed 'normal', and as we look at the world around us, we see that the Hawaiian way of life really is special."

"Being able to express our creativity through this book and other projects is a really healing process," explained Puniaikeao Perkins, co-author and Chief Imagination Officer, Perks Publishing. "COVID made school difficult and being able to learn how to write, publish, market, and distribute our own book was really cool."

"I couldn't believe I re-learned so much," shared Alapaki Perkins, co-author and Chief People Officer, Perks Publishing. "I told my dad, 'Wow, I forgot that Mahalo went that deep.' I'm grateful for the privilege of being able to share this much-needed message."

"Mahalo Does Not Mean Trash," is available in print and eBook formats on Amazon.com. Readers can also view the "Mahalo Does Not Mean Trash," animated trailer on YouTube.

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Website  http://www.mahalobooks.com
Twitter: https://twitter.com/pakiPerkins808

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Media Contact: Paki Perkins
808.940.9390
paki@perkspublishing.com

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