On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Hena Khan about her newest middle grade graphic novel: We Are Big Time.

Hena is the author of multiple books that center on Pakistani American and Muslim characters for over 2 decades. Books like Amina’s Voice, Amina’s Song, More to the Story and Behind My Doors have captivated readers’ hearts.

Today, we talk about the single encounter that set her on the path to writing children’s books, the power of both being seen and seeing through the books we read and telling our stories. 

Here are the books mentioned in this episode. You’ll find links to my Amazon and Bookshop affiliate stores below. Thanks for your bookish support!

We Are Big Time by Hena Khan (Amazon / Bookshop)

Behind My Doors by Hena Khan (Amazon / Bookshop)

Here’s where you can find Hena online:

Website: https://henakhan.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/henakhanbooks/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hena.khan.books/ 

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