Handala's Odyssey

(Forthcoming in summer 2026 - shipping in June 2026)

Handalah, a little refugee boy with a heart full of stories, sets sail toward a home he has never seen but has always known. Across restless seas and generations of longing, he carries not just his own hope — but the hopes of many.

As voices rise from every corner of the world — children and adults alike—he discovers something powerful: no act of courage is too small, no voice too distant. Together, they echo across oceans, breaking silence with hope, truth and unwavering love for justice.

An emotional story of loss, belonging, and resilience, Handalah’s journey reminds us that social activism lives in all of us — and that even the smallest voices can help guide the world home.

Text by Hooda Al Shawa

Illustrated by Shereen Said

Published by Cinnamon Art Publishing

Length: 32 pages

Format: Softback

Language: English

ISBN 978-981-18-3403-5

Published in 2026 (forthcoming)

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