Leila Boukarim

Leila Boukarim spends her time writing stories that inspire empathy and encourage meaningful discussions. She has written ten books for children, including Lost Words. When she heard about Mariam Al-Shaar and Soufra in 2018, she knew she had to meet her and write her story. Leila was born in Lebanon and raised in several countries. She now lives in Berlin, Germany, with her husband, her two kids, and her cat/office mate, Dill. You can visit her at leilaboukarim.com.