Children's Book Author and Freelance Editor
Lost Words: An Armenian Story of Survival and Hope
“It is difficult to find the words to describe the type of loss a genocide can cause to a young child. I’ve been looking for something similar for my own son. This picture book is a good start to help explain loss and raise the many questions necessary to start the conversation.”
—Serj Tankian, activist, artist, and lead vocalist for System of a Down
“Boukarim’s storytelling and Avedikian’s illustrations find the delicate balance between conveying the message while making it appropriate for children. This story is both heartbreaking and inspiring—a must-read.”
—Sona Movsesian, New York Times–Bestselling Author of The World’s Worst Assistant and Cohost of Conan O’Brien Needs a Friend
Zips and Eeloo Make Hummus
“[A] wonder-filled graphic novel introduction to the art of food preparation—with an extraterrestrial twist.”
—Foreword Reviews
“A mix of simple comedic ingredients with a few twists as garnish makes for a funny, fast read.”
—Kirkus Reviews
“Simple yet energetic dialogue combines with deliciously bright artwork, making the events of this goofy early reader graphic novel offering practically bounce off the page.”
—Publishers Weekly
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