Read and Write with Natasha The intricate world of Arabic children's literature
In this episode, Egyptian children's author Miranda Beshara talks about her transition from finance to storytelling. Miranda is the co-founder of Hadi Badi Children & YA Lit in Arabic.
She also talks about her first children's book, Tata and Babcha, and how it's a vessel for preserving her family's culture and identity.
We also discussed tackling the labyrinth that is Arabic publishing and the complexities of sourcing books for young kids.
Miranda's insightful perspective on the disjunction between classical and colloquial Arabic will leave you intrigued.
Tune in to learn about the intricate world of Arabic children's literature.
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