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A picture book that serves young readers as a lyrical love letter to henna, written by Middle East Book Award winner Marzieh Abbas and brilliantly illustrated by Anu Chouhan.
Henna is so much more than a form of temporary body art.
Henna is nature-seeds sprouted into shrubs, leaves kissed by tropical rain.
Henna is color-the orange of juicy mangoes, sun-kissed brown, or black as the feathers of crows.
Henna is fragrance-earthy and nutty, lemony and clove-y.
The intricate patterns of flowers, feathers, vines, and other symbols painted and stained onto skin has been a tradition in cultures all around the world for thousands of years. Beautiful and eye-catching, henna also carries the scents, textures, and colors of family and identity.
About the author
Raised between the bustling cities of Dubai, UAE and Karachi, Pakistan,
Marzieh Abbas loves traveling, baking, reading and samosas. She is the author of
A Dupatta Is..., a member of SCBWI, 12x12PB, and a life-long learner. She runs a kidlit review group on Facebook and blogs about her author journey and life in Pakistan.
Summary
A lyrical and charming picture book celebrating henna, a traditional plant-based form of temporary tattooing in South Asian, North African, and Middle Eastern cultures.
