Tuesday, August 30, 2016

Inspiring new book by Muslim mum encourages girls to be independent...

Two mums have created a new picture book aimed at empowering girls.

‘I Promise’ is an inspiring book encouraging girl’s to be independent and find their own adventures.

Written by Zanib Mian and illustrated by Maria Migo, ‘I Promise’ follows a young girl’s trip around the globe as she encounters too many broken promises, including a promise from a man to give her the world.

This endearing tale sees the protagonist journey across the world meeting people, beautifully depicting the diversity of culture as she empowers herself.

Speaking about her impetus to write the book, Zanib, a Molecular Cell Biologist and founding director of Sweet Apple Publishers said,

 “The stereotypical perception of Muslim women is often one of oppression. But I am not oppressed. Full story...

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