Publishing a Children’s Book as a Queer, Fat, Palestinian American In April 2023 I released my debut picture book, Homeland: My Father Dreams of Palestine with relatively no controversy. It is a quiet book that celebrates my culture, family history, and highlights the importance of storytelling for displaced families. I received a starred review from […]

Last weekend I attended the Palestine Writes festival in Philadelphia, PA. The event was filled with such joy and liberation. Despite all odds, this festival took place and celebrated Palestinian culture, resilience, and hope. A huge thank you to the countless hours of work by the organizers and volunteers who have received so much hate […]

On Monday, April 3rd, my father Michel Moushabeck, my uncle Gabriel Moushabeck, and I went to New England Public Media to speak with Monte Belmonte on The Fabulous 413! We discussed how the Moushabecks ended up in the book industry. You can listen to the recorded interview here.

Every author waits with bated breath for the first reviews of their book to come in. I am so excited to share the following recent reviews for Homeland. “… [A] stirring tale with details that evoke the senses. A beautiful tale of family, love for a lost homeland, and remembrance.” —Kirkus Reviews  “[A] quietly moving […]