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The Camel Library: A True Story from Pakistan Written by Marzieh Abbas. Illustrated by Anain Shaikh. (Feiwel & Friends, 2025) Join Roshan, a hardworking camel, and his human companion, Murad, as they embark on an unexpected journey that brings books to children in rural Pakistan. Inspired by the true story of Pakistan’s first camel library, …
Yasmeen Lari, Green Architect, written by Marzieh Abbas, illustrated by Hoda Hadadi (Clarion Books, 2024) Yasmeen Lari has shattered multiple glass ceilings—not only as Pakistan’s first woman architect but also as a passionate activist and community organizer dedicated to preserving the country’s historic architecture and heritage sites. She has led humanitarian efforts that empower local …
