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Palestinian author/filmmaker brings “It Could Have Been Me,” a children’s story about Gaza, to Milwaukee
2025 Palestine Book Awards Longlist
This beautiful book bridges a gap between cultures that has seen little attention from the publishing world despite the scale and immediacy of the conflict it addresses… A compelling and empathetic introduction to displacement and mutual aid."
Through the girls’ friendship, Abdulkarim highlights the plight of refugee families juxtaposed with the privileges living in America can provide, giving younger readers touching insight into the importance of community, kindness, and helping others."
