Saving Sunshine
A Kirkus Best Book of 2023
A New York Public Library Best Book for Kids 2023
A 2024 Texas Library Association Little Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List Selection
From Saadia Faruqi and Shazleen Khan comes a relatable, funny, and heart-wrenchingly honest graphic novel about Muslim American siblings who must learn how to stop fighting and support each other in a world that is often unkind.
It's hard enough being a kid without being teased for a funny sounding name or wearing a hijab.
It's even harder when you're constantly fighting your sibling―and Zara and Zeeshan really can't stand each other. During a family trip to Florida, when the bickering, shoving, and insults reach new heights of chaos, their parents sentence them to the worst possible fate― each other’s company! But when the twins find an ailing turtle, it presents a rare opportunity for teamwork―if the two can put their differences aside at last.
Book At A Glance
# of Pages: 224
Book Binding: Paperback
Year of Publication: 2023
Publisher: First Second
Language: en
ISBN: 9781250793812
Creator Bio
Saadia Faruqi and Shazleen Khan are a dynamic duo who co-authored the children's book Saving Sunshine. Faruqi is a Pakistani American author, interfaith activist, and cultural sensitivity trainer. She has written several books for children, including the popular Yasmin and Zayd series. Faruqi is also a regular contributor to Huffington Post, The Islamic Monthly, and NPR. Khan, an illustrator and graphic designer, brings her unique style and perspective to the illustrations in Saving Sunshine. Together, Faruqi and Khan aim to promote diversity, empathy, and understanding through their work.
