When the Lion King retires, the jungle assumes his naughty cub will take the crown. But Asad, a tiny ant with a big heart, isn’t so sure. So when a royal contest is announced to choose the next king, Asad sets off on a brave journey to find a ruler truly worthy of leading. Along the way, he discovers that real courage isn’t about size or strength—it’s about character, conviction, and faith in Allah. Written in rhyme and designed as a vibrant picture book, this timeless allegory teaches children about self-worth, standing up for what’s right, and the power of doing good—no matter how small you are. Yeba is a Sierra Leonean-Sudanese illustrator and visual storyteller based in Egypt. She creates vibrant worlds for children’s literature as well as adult fiction and non-fiction.
