Memory Garden

Working side by side in a garden, a young girl’s playful adventures with her grandmother tell a larger story of immigration and change.

An afternoon at Grandma's house is full of laughter, gardening, and so much more. In lyrical text that blends the past and present, Memory Garden is a nod to the places we leave behind but never forget.

Written and illustrated by a loving mother-daughter duo, Memory Garden allows readers a glimpse of the authentic beauty inherent to Iranian culture. Vibrant illustrations of lush gardens celebrate the memories of home that we carry in our hearts. Rich with inspiration, this book's lively scenes will resonate with readers of all backgrounds.

Zohreh Ghahremani is a former children's dentist and professor, award-winning adult fiction author, and renowned voice of the Iranian diaspora who has been featured in media internationally. Her debut novel, Sky of Red Poppies, was a KPBS One Book and her sophomore novel, The Moon Daughter, won a Writer’s Digest Book Award for Best Literary Fiction in 2019. Born in Torbat, Iran, she now lives in Southern California. This is her first picture book.

Susie Ghahremani is an award-winning illustrator, internationally exhibiting artist, designer, and educator. She is a graduate of the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) where she also has taught.