A BIG Thank You!

I’m just starting to recline on the dental chair when the chirpy hygienist comments that she loves my book and … More

Mr. Sun, Sun, Mr. Golden Sun…

Right as the sun starts to swirl down, down, down away from the blue of the sky, everything seems less … More

Ramadanish

It’s Ramadan again! I’ve enjoyed reading people’s Ramadan Facebook statuses of how they’re going to do the best this month … More

Words with Weight

“She had always wanted words, she loved them; grew up on them. Words gave her clarity, brought reason, shape.” ― … More

New Voice: Reem Faruqi on Lailah’s Lunchbox

I have read Cynthia Leitich Smith‘s blog Cynsations for a while. It is a great place for author information, resources, and most importantly, inspiration! … More

Sneak Peek: Lailah’s Lunchbox!

“Did you order a book?” my brother asks holding up a package outside my front door. I love books … More