October 9, 2024​
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I’m thrilled to share the cover of my debut picture book, Yasi & Mina’s Pomegranate Tree
(Sleeping Bear Press), coming April 2025!
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This book is part of the Own Voices, Own Stories collection from Sleeping Bear Press,
which highlights new authors from historically marginalized groups, celebrating and amplifying diverse voices.
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Stay tuned for more updates—I can't wait to share this story with you!
July 15th, 2023
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I'm so excited to share that I will be working on the amazing story Yasi & Mina's Pomegranate Tree by Nikoo Yahyazadeh, which tells the story of two girls living through the Iran-Iraq war
but finding joy and quiet moments through friendship and time spent playing
in their shared courtyard.
The story immediately resonated with me,
since my father had served in that war as a surgeon and I've seen and felt the consequences so deeply.
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I'm so grateful to my wonderful agents Ethan Long and Heather Long for giving me this opportunity.
April 24th, 2023
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I'm beyond trilled to announce
that I'm now represented by The Literary Longs at Tugue2 Art & Literary Agency.
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Writing and illustrating my own picture books has been my biggest dream for a long time.
With the help and support of my great agents, Ethan and Heather, I'm one step closer now.
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To see my portfolio, click here.
November 8th, 2022
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I'm so excited to share that one of my illustrations is now licensed by JIGGY puzzles
for their Junior collection.
JIGGY is female founded and they support and highlight the work of female artists.
