The House Without Lights - by Reem Faruqi (Hardcover)

About the Book

Book Synopsis

In this heartwarming holiday picture book, House misses being decorated for the winter holidays . . . but is delighted to be lit up for Eid instead.

After seeing all of its neighbors' twinkling lights for the winter holidays, House hopes to shine too. When Huda and her family move in, House thinks its time to sparkle has finally come.

But, Diwali, Hanukkah, and Christmas come and go without a shimmer. Quickly, House learns that every family celebrates joy and togetherness in their own way, no matter the season. And a few months later House will see that this new family has its own holiday to shine for.

This book is sure to be a holiday classic, complete with back matter about the holidays mentioned, including the one House lights up for-Eid.

Review Quotes

★"Alam's spellbinding illustrations of suburban tranquility are populated with snow-laden rooftops, multicolored twinkle lights, and feelings of loving camaraderie in this holiday tale." --Publishers Weekly, starred review

"Making clear that Muslim celebrations are just as festive as holidays such as Christmas or Hanukkah, Faruqi delivers a refreshing twist on Eid tales. Brimming with details, Alam's welcoming illustrations capture the closeness of this family. . . . Simply charming." --Kirkus

"Soft illustrations feature a joyful Muslim family and welcoming neighbors in a gentle celebration of religious diversity." --The Horn Book

About the Author

Reem Faruqi is the ALA Notable author of Lailah's Lunchbox, Amira's Picture Day and more! Of Pakistani descent, Reem immigrated to the United States from the United Arab Emirates when she was thirteen years old. Reem is also a teacher and photographer who loves to doodle. She lives in Atlanta with her husband and three daughters.

Nadia Alam is an illustrator who is also a first-generation Bangladeshi Canadian, mother, and former educator. She strongly believes in diverse representation and is committed to the intersection of illustration arts, education, and social justice. She lives in Toronto, with her husband, daughter, son, and dog, Momo.