Saving Sunshine

Saving Sunshine is a poignant graphic novel about Muslim American siblings Zara and Zeeshan, who are always bickering. During a family trip to Florida, their parents' exasperation leads to a forced bonding experience. When they find an injured turtle, it becomes a catalyst for them to overcome their differences and work together. This story beautifully explores themes of sibling relationships, cultural identity, empathy, and the challenges of being different, all while delivering a heartwarming message about teamwork and kindness. It's an honest look at family dynamics and finding common ground.

It's hard enough being a kid without being teased for a funny sounding name or wearing a hijab. It's even harder when you're constantly fighting your sibling—and Zara and Zeeshan really can't stand each other. During a family trip to Florida, when the bickering, shoving, and insults reach new heights of chaos, their parents sentence them to the worst possible fate— each other’s company! But when the twins find an ailing turtle, it presents a rare opportunity for teamwork—if the two can put their differences aside at last. Relatable, funny, and heart-wrenchingly honest, Saving Sunshine is the poignant story of Muslim American siblings learning how to build each other up in a world that is too often unkind.