Local author Kiyoko Hairston reads her debut children’s book, “Freeda's Fabnificent Feet.” Hairston does readings of the book at schools and libraries in the Athens area. (Submitted Photo)
Local author turns insecurity into her first children’s book
Makenna Reavis
When Kiyoko Hairston was growing up, she got used to siblings, kids and adults making comments about her large feet. She often had to cram her feet into smaller shoes or was frustrated by a less-than-ideal selection of children’s shoes in her size.
Wednesday, December 17, 2025
