About The Book
About The Book
The Bike We Named Changalang
The Bike We Named Changalang is a vibrant coming-of-age story inspired by real childhood memories rooted in faith, family, and friendship.
On a quiet, dead-end street filled with seven homes and countless adventures, a group of children spend their days racing bikes, playing football in the dirt road, and challenging one another to friendly competitions. Christmas arrives with promises of shiny new bicycles: Mustangs, three-speeds, and colorful frames that sparkle under the winter sun.
Then comes Kenny’s bike. Old. Rusted. Loud. Embarrassing. Until it wins. Again and again.
As Changalang smokes every competitor, including at the city bicycle rodeo, the laughter turns to admiration. The underdog becomes a symbol of pride not just for Kenny, but for the entire street.
Yet beneath the fun and racing lies something deeper. The story is anchored by themes of loss, faith, and gratitude, reflected in the author’s dedication to his brother Ricky, a reminder that childhood joy often coexists with profound life lessons.
WHY READ THIS BOOK?
The Bike We Named Changalang
Because every child needs an underdog story.
Because every parent remembers a street like this.
Because greatness is not always shiny.
The Bike We Named Changalang teaches children that confidence is not built by what you own but by how you show up. It shows young readers how to celebrate others, stand together, and never underestimate something or someone just because it looks worn.
It reminds families of a time when neighborhoods were extensions of home, when adults mentored freely, and when winning felt sweeter because everyone cheered together.
Most of all, it leaves readers with a simple truth:
Sometimes the loudest, most imperfect ride becomes the one you never forget.
