Born: Established:
c
Malaysia,c
Southeast Asia,
South and East Asia,
Asia,
;
Gender:
Female
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BiographyHistory
Most Referenced Works
Personal Awards
- 2021 recipient ASA Mentorship — Children's and YA
Awards for Works
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y
The Month That Makes the Year
Crows Nest
:
Allen and Unwin
,
2023
25526819
2023
single work
picture book
children's
'Exploring Ramadan through the eyes of a Muslim child, this graceful and authentic story illuminates the sense of belonging to both the community and the universe that this month of fasting, prayer and reflection brings, as well as the sense of accomplishment that springs from sacrifice.
'This month is different from the others.
It starts with the sighting of a new crescent moon.
'Slow down, be kind to yourself and think good thoughts.'
This month, we learn to do big things by changing one little thing at a time…'It's the first time for Deenie, the youngest member of a Muslim family, to fast during Ramadan. She comes across some challenges, but by the end of the month, she learns that there is a lot more to Ramadan than giving up food and water.
'A warm and joyful story offering children the chance to see themselves or their friends in the celebration of the spiritual practice of Ramadan.' (Publication summary)
- 2024 longlisted The DANZ Children's Book Award — Picture Books
-
y
The Month That Makes the Year
Crows Nest
:
Allen and Unwin
,
2023
25526819
2023
single work
picture book
children's
'Exploring Ramadan through the eyes of a Muslim child, this graceful and authentic story illuminates the sense of belonging to both the community and the universe that this month of fasting, prayer and reflection brings, as well as the sense of accomplishment that springs from sacrifice.
'This month is different from the others.
It starts with the sighting of a new crescent moon.
'Slow down, be kind to yourself and think good thoughts.'
This month, we learn to do big things by changing one little thing at a time…'It's the first time for Deenie, the youngest member of a Muslim family, to fast during Ramadan. She comes across some challenges, but by the end of the month, she learns that there is a lot more to Ramadan than giving up food and water.
'A warm and joyful story offering children the chance to see themselves or their friends in the celebration of the spiritual practice of Ramadan.' (Publication summary)
- 2024 longlisted The DANZ Children's Book Award — Picture Books
-
y
Night Lights
Armidale
:
Little Pink Dog Books
,
2021
21135960
2021
single work
picture book
children's
'‘Night Lights’ recounts the childhood memories of cousins exploring their grandparents’ home deep in the Malaysian countryside. In a time without the glare and distraction of modern technology, they discover the brilliance of nature by moon and candlelight.'
Source: Publisher's blurb.
Last amended 27 Sep 2021 11:27:45
