A Suitcase Full

A Suitcase Full is a heartfelt picture book about the love of family, the power of one’s story, and the beauty of embracing change while leaving and finding home. When a young girl’s family is forced to flee Iran, there isn’t time to make a plan. Kimia can only take one suitcase, leaving behind many cherished possessions and people, including her beloved grandmother, Nana-joon. Travelling halfway around the world, Kimia learns to weave her past into her present, celebrating both her roots and her growth.

Through stunning illustrations and poignant storytelling, A Suitcase Full invites readers to explore their own life stories and identities, to embrace changes as opportunities, and to appreciate travel around world! 

Based on the author’s childhood, A Suitcase Full encourages shared storytelling and conversations about family history, migration, language, culture, and resilience.

Pre-order A Suitcase Full now. Available August 18, 2026.