Karim Shamsi-Basha
Karim is the author of The Cat Man of Aleppo, Home Sweet Home Alabama, Shelter from the Storm, Beauty Box, Marriage Advice from A Divorced Guy, and a journalist who tells stories with words, photographs, and an occasional breaking of the rules.
The Cat Man of Aleppo
"The story of the Cat Man of Aleppo is remarkable... A safe, sobering, and hopeful introduction to the crisis in Syria."
-Booklist, starred review

Now available in hardcover and e-book
Praise for The Cat Man of Aleppo
“Based on a true story, this picture book is distinctive for its engaging narrative and impeccable illustrations . . . A beautifully told and illustrated story that offers a unique perspective on both war and humanity.”
—Kirkus Reviews, starred review