Lost Words: An Armenian Story of Survival and Hope

(Hardback)

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Based on a true family story, this inspiring picture book about the Armenian Genocide shares an often-overlooked history and honors the resilience of the Armenian people. What is it like to walk away from your home To leave behind everything and everyon

Reviews

"A necessary and well-crafted picture book about a part of world history too often ignored." -- The Horn Book Magazine
"Boukarim traces the protagonist growing up, having "lost my words" to discuss these experiences, even through adulthood--until an intergenerational moment opens a pathway to the past." -- Publishers Weekly
"Heartbreaking yet warmly tinged with hope." -- Kirkus Reviews

Author Bio

Leila Boukarim writes stories for children that inspire empathy and encourage meaningful discussions. She enjoys reading (multiple books at a time), embroidering, nature walking, and spending time with people, listening to their stories and sharing her own. Leila lives in Berlin, Germany. You can visit her at leilaboukarim.com.

Sona Avedikian is an Armenian illustrator born in Beirut, Lebanon, and currently based in Detroit, Michigan. She loves creating vibrant work and often takes inspiration from Armenian art and architecture. You can find more of her work at sonaavedikian.com.