Fariza Ahmadova is a children’s author who takes children’s literature seriously, echoing societal issues in a playful tone. Fariza is Azerbaijani/Swiss, and lives in Geneva, Switzerland. She was inspired to write her first book after the birth of her daughter. Fariza believes that authors of children’s books have an important responsibility at diffusing the right messages, even for the youngest readers.
Like many other girls, Maryam always dreamed of having a sister. One day, on her way home, Maryam met a girl called Shusha. Even though Shusha was not able to speak, she was able to hear. Maryam couldn’t leave Shusha alone on the cold street and so she took her with her. Slowly, despite the diff...