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Continuing his series of achievements, Colin Kaepernick is again in the spotlight for his newfound achievement. During his absence from the NFL, Kaepernick gained the spotlight for his civil rights activities, and most recently for signing a lucrative deal with the billion-dollar apparel brand, Nike. Moreover, adding one more accolade to his cabinet, Kaepernick raked in another promising achievement, and this time it’s for his book.

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Kaepernick’s latest achievement includes his book “I Color Myself Different” which garnered him a remarkable honor, adding to his list of achievements.

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Colin Kaepernick receives recognition

Colin Kaepernick’s publishing company, Kaepernickpublishing, shared a momentous update on Instagram. They proudly announced that his book, titled “I Color Myself Different,” has been honored with the prestigious 2023 Carter G. Woodson Book Award

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The caption of the post stated, “Congratulations ‘I Color Myself Different’ Named 2023 Carter G. Woodson Book Award Honoree!” Following this Kaepernick shared the post on his Instagram story sharing the news with his fans. Moreover, this accolade justifies Kaepernick’s unwavering dedication to shedding light on crucial social issues.

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The book has already gained attention for its raw and heartfelt narrative by offering a glimpse into Kaepernick’s life experiences. Kaepernick’s “I Color Myself Different” sheds light on a transformative journey of self-discovery and embracing Black identity. The book is Inspired by Kaepernick’s school assignment at the age of five when he decided to color himself with a brown crayon that sets the tone for a powerful lesson about self-love and the importance of recognizing one’s worth. After all the civil work, and attaining a series of achievements, Kaepernick is making his mark outside of the NFL, but his return to the league still remains a burning query.

Anticipation on Kaepernick’s Return to the Gridiron

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In of the recent tweets by Kaepernick, he shared a video in which he was seen throwing passes at Nike’s world headquarters.  The video also featured, the New England Patriots wide receiver Kendrick Bourne, who highlighted Kaepernick’s strong throwing arm by saying, “Man, he looks great arm looks strong. He’s got a rocket of an arm. He’s got another good six years left.” This stint of Kaepernick clouded the NFL landscape with anticipation of his return.

Kaepernick played his last game in 2016 with the San Fransico 49ers which was his sixth and last year with the franchise, and since then his presence was missed on the field. However, with recent training sessions with prominent NFL players, Kaepernick’s return on the Gridion seems to be a possibility.  And  Whatever may be the outcome, Kaepernick’s impactful presence continues to inject his nationwide fans with inspiration to do something beyond their benefit.

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Armaan is an NFL Writer at EssentiallySports. Two of his passions being football and writing, he is glad to have brought them together. Coming with prior experience in sports journalism, Armaan’s commitment to ES is reflected in his comprehensive coverage of the league's core aspects.

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