Muhammad Najem, War Reporter

A YALSA Top Ten Great Graphic Novel for Teens

"What an amazing story this is! One family’s struggle for survival in the chaos of Syria, and one boy’s courageous decision to risk his life to tell the story. This graphic memoir is inspiring and exciting, powerful and very poignant. I loved it!"—Anderson Cooper

“A powerful true story that demonstrates the power of one young person determined to change the world. Everyone should read this phenomenal book.”—Victoria Jamieson, coauthor of When Stars Are Scattered

*"Najem, Neus, and Robine put the graphic format to powerful use to depict the devastation of the Assad regime in Syria through the eyes of young Najem...The power of graphic nonfiction is on fully display here. Highly recommended."—School Library Journal, starred review

*"Najem and Neus ground this gripping narrative, told with great immediacy, in the teen's close-knit family."—Horn Book, starred review

"Readers will find this a valuable window into the struggle, resistance, and humanity of the Syrian people during this ongoing crisis. Informative, gripping, and humanizing."—Kirkus Reviews

"With expressive full-color illustrations, a moving and powerful narrative that features moments of loss as well as love, and powerful message about resistance and the capabilities of youth, this memoir stands out, and it does an excellent job of providing middle-grade readers with an illuminating window into the complex ongoing crisis."—Booklist

“A story of journalism at its most inspiring, its most heartbreaking, its most essential. Muhammad is a reporter that brings hope to a damaged world.”—John Berman, CNN anchor

“A beautiful book about an incredible boy. In telling Muhammad’s story, Neus simultaneously captures the extraordinary sincerity and courage of so many young Syrians, against the backdrop of a hideous war. Children everywhere should read this inspiring book.”