Maryam's Wish

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 difficulties Mayram and Shusha grew into the closest friends. But then Shusha discovers a musical talent, which changes her life. Will Maryam’s and Shusha’s friendship overcome the difficulties? Discover a touching story in the heart of the Caucasus-Azerbaijan, revolving around four women. This book is about the importance of accepting societal differences.

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.