On this episode of the KidLit Love podcast, I’m talking with Rashin Kheiriyeh about her newest picture book: The Seasons of Parastoo.

Rashin has published over 90 books in over 12 countries and has received 50 national and international awards recognizing her work. 

Today, she’s here to talk about the inspiration behind her newest picture book. We’ll get to know her and her books, explore her personal connection to The Seasons of Parastoo and get the inside scoop on how she goes about creating those brilliant and beautiful illustrations, too. 

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!

The Seasons of Parastoo by Rashin Kheiriyeh (Amazon / Bookshop)

Rumi by Rashin Kheiriyeh (Amazon / Bookshop)

The Boy Who Said Wow by Rashin Kheiriyeh (Amazon / Bookshop)

Here’s where you can find Rashin online:

Website: https://www.rashinart.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rashin.kheiriyeh/ 

Twitter: https://x.com/rashinart 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rashin.kheiriyeh 

I’d love to know what you think of this episode. Share your comments below!