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Concia Alicia

Concia Alicia

Author | Public Service Leader | Coach | Ethical Leadership & Workforce Change | Councillor | Mother

Welcome to my world of impact, innovation and people centred change.

Stories ideas and strategies that help people and organisations recognise their strengths, value difference and thrive in a changing world.

Author

Storytelling for Self-Love & Discovery

Stories shape how children see themselves and the world around them. As an author, I write with intention, creating books that nurture self-acceptance, confidence and curiosity in young readers.

My children’s book series, Finding Out Things, is rooted in one simple belief: we are strongest when we understand and value who we are.

A Mighty Good Mix

The Sizetown Annual Fair brings the residents together to prepare something they all love, yet they struggle because they cannot see their own strengths.

Tall, small, fluffy or slight, each animal doubts their ability.

By embracing their differences, they discover the power of a mighty good mix of natural gifts.

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Sasha's Special Nose

Through the loving guidance of her father, Sasha learns that her nose, like every part of her, is beautiful and special. Told with warmth and affirmation, the story helps children see difference as strength.

The themes I explore in my books, identity, confidence, belonging and collaboration, are the same principles that guide my work with individuals, teams and organisations.

Sasha's Special Nose and A Mighty Good Mix books

Author

Storytelling for Self-Love, Belonging & Discovery

Stories shape how children see themselves and the world around them. As an author, I write with intention, creating books that nurture self-acceptance, confidence and curiosity in young readers.

My children’s book series, Finding Out Things, is rooted in one simple belief: we are strongest when we understand and value who we are.

Sasha's Special Nose and A Mighty Good Mix books

A Mighty Good Mix

The Sizetown Annual Fair brings the residents together to prepare something they all love, yet they struggle because they cannot see their own strengths.

Tall, small, fluffy or slight, each animal doubts their ability.

By embracing their differences, they discover the power of a mighty good mix of natural gifts.

 
Buy now!

Sasha's Special Nose

Through the loving guidance of her father, Sasha learns that her nose, like every part of her, is beautiful and special. Told with warmth and affirmation, the story helps children see difference as strength.

The themes I explore in my books, identity, confidence, belonging and collaboration, are the same principles that guide my work with individuals, teams and organisations.

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What readers are saying

“A heartwarming and beautifully written story that teaches children the importance of self-love. My daughter couldn’t stop smiling after reading it!”
 
Sophia M, Parent

“The vibrant colours and sceneries in the book brings a challenging story to life. Sasha’s relatable experience reminded me of words I heard as a child. I wish a book like this existed when I was a child”

Ife N, Parent.

Look out for the next book in the series, “Splashy Bashy Feet”, coming Summer 2026! 
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I am Concia Alicia, author, public service leader and strategic thinker committed to people centred change.

With over 20 years of experience across the voluntary and community sector, the NHS and local government, my career has focused on strengthening systems that serve people well, particularly those most often unheard.

My journey, shaped by lived experience, migration, community and service, informs how I lead and how I listen. I have chaired scrutiny committees, guided complex partnerships, supported workforce development and championed wellbeing as a strategic priority, not an afterthought.

At the core of my work is a belief that human insight matters. In a world of increasing automation and rapid change, the ability to recognise potential, build trust, and design systems that allow people to thrive is more important than ever.

What Connects My Work

Across my work, I champion inclusion and ethical responsibility, rooted in the belief that people and systems thrive when strengths are recognised, people are valued, and difference is embraced, enabling accountability and confident, compassionate change.

  • Writing stories that affirm identity, self-worth, difference and collaboration
  • Public service leadership championing accountability, inclusion and good governance
  • Consultancy supports ethical leadership and workforce change
  • Coaching helps women navigate career and identity transitions

About Concia

Explore my work

Click below to learn more about my ventures and how we can connect:

Children's Book Series

Stories that nurture self-love, confidence and curiosity in young readers.

Shaping Strategy

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People-centred consultancy supporting ethical recruitment restructure and retention, workforce transformation and leadership capability.

Book Art Publishing House

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Connecting stories with powerful visual storytelling through illustration and design.

Shaping Strategy

People Centred Consultancy for Ethical Recruitment | Workforce Transformation | Leadership Support

Helping organisations recruit well, retain talent, and navigate change with integrity in a rapidly evolving world.

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The Challenge

Organisations today are navigating AI and facing increasing pressure with automation, workforce shortages, restructures and rising complexity. Shaping Strategy supports leaders to remain connected to their values, make better people decisions, grounded in insight, fairness and long-term sustainability.

What We Do

We specialise in:

  • Ethical and inclusive recruitment
  • Workforce restructuring and retention
  • Leadership and capability building
  • Career and transition coaching

Work with Me

I work with individuals and organisations navigating change, whether that’s recruiting new talent, reshaping teams, stepping into leadership or re-imagining what comes next.

Ways we can work together

For Organisations

  • Ethical recruitment and selection support
  • Workforce restructure and retention advisory
  • Bespoke workshops and training
  • Leadership development and coaching

For Individuals

  • Navigating career transitions
  • Experiencing change or uncertainty
  • Stepping into leadership
  • Reconnecting with purpose and confidence

All work begins with a conversation to understand your context and goals.

Book a Discovery Call

Pricing

Engagements are offered on a project, day-rate or retainer basis, depending on organisational need. All work is scoped collaboratively to ensure clarity, value and impact.

Coaching packages are available for individuals and organisations and are tailored to career stage, goals and context.

Please get in touch to find out more.

Book Art
Publishing House

Bringing stories to life.
One illustration at a time.

At Book Art Publishing House, we believe in the power of visual storytelling. Our small team of talented illustrators creates captivating artwork that brings stories to life, whether in the pages of a children’s book, a striking book cover, or engaging editorial and commercial projects.
 
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pencil drawn illustrations of cat and squirrel
With a strong focus on children’s publishing, we specialise in vibrant, imaginative illustrations that spark joy and curiosity. However, our illustrators are also available for a wide range of creative work, from educational materials to branding and beyond. Whether you’re an author, publisher, or business looking for the perfect artist to illustrate your vision, we’re here to connect you with the perfect match for your project.
 
Let’s bring your project to life!
 
Get in touch to discuss.

Interested in Representation?

Are you an illustrator looking for professional management? We’re always on the lookout for fresh talent to join our team. If you specialise in children’s book illustration or have a unique artistic voice that could shine in publishing, we’d love to hear from you to see if you are the right match for us.
 
By working with us, you’ll gain industry insight, and the support you need to grow your career. 
 
We collaborate closely with our illustrators, helping them find exciting projects and navigate the world of illustrations with confidence.
 
If you think you’d be a great fit, send us your portfolio and a little bit about yourself. We’ll review your work and see if there’s an opportunity to collaborate.
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Let’s create something beautiful together!

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