Picture book charmer Salma stars in a new early chapter book series!

Book Two: Salma Writes a Book

Salma is going to be a big sister! She's determined to be the best sister ever, so she sets out to write the ultimate guidebook to siblinghood. But the more Salma learns about siblings, the more confused she gets, especially since her mama is fighting with her own brother, Khalou Dawood, about who he loves. Can Salma figure out what it means to be a good sister before the baby arrives?

About the Series: Charming, creative Salma takes on big feelings with even bigger ideas as she navigates life in a new country, Syrian identity, family changes, and new friendships in this engaging and heartfelt early chapter book series.

About the Author

DANNY RAMADAN is an award-winning Syrian-Canadian author, activist, and public speaker. His work as an activist has helped provide a safe passage to dozens of Syrian LGBTQ+ refugees to Canada. He is the author of two novels for adults, The Clothesline Swing and The Foghorn Echoes, and a forthcoming memoir, Crooked Teeth. Danny lives in Vancouver, British Columbia.

ANNA BRON studied traditional animation at Sheridan College. She illustrated the award-winning picture book Salma the Syrian Chef and the middle-grade novel Harvey and the Extraordinary. She has animated, designed, and directed commercials and short films. She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Reviews

"This tender, gentle book conveys the complexities of sibling relationships while also matter-of-factly describing a loving same-sex relationship . . . An affirming tale of family and acceptance." -Kirkus Reviews, 08/12/23

"Fans of the Salma series will be delighted with this second installment . . . The illustrations add texture, cultural details provide depth, and a universal message of acceptance rounds everything out beautifully." -Booklist, *starred review, 11/01/23


Awards
Winner of The Publishing Triangle Award 2024 (United States). Joint winner of Bank Street College Best Children's Books of 2024.



Book Information
ISBN 9781773218021
Author Danny Ramadan
Format Hardback
Page Count 120
Imprint Annick Press Ltd
Publisher Annick Press Ltd