Columbus sisters turned authors highlight diversity

As many people continue to celebrate Kwanzaa, three young sisters are hoping to bring cultural awareness through their book series.      

At the ages of 11, 14 and 15 sisters Zahara, Zakiya, and Zalika Obayuwana are continuing to grow a book series that started out by highlighting a holiday they celebrate and wanted to share with others.        

“In our schools, they teach us about Christmas and Hanukkah,” Zakiya said. “But our mom would come in and bring little mandazis, which are like little biscuits...