"The Ribbon in the Sky" is Vada Azeem's ode to the perseverance of women, but particularly, women of color. Azeem is an author and illustrator, and his story offers a lesson in confidence for young readers and adults alike. Through idiosyncratic illustrations and storytelling we soar through a poetic story in the sky.

"The Ribbon in the Sky" is author/illustrator Vada Azeem's ode to the perseverance of women, but particularly, women of color. The children's book was inspired by Azeem's wife and her uphill battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Azeem's great hope is that "the Sky" can offer a lesson in confidence for its young readers and adults alike. Amplifying the universal beauty of courage and strength through his idiosyncratic illustrations and storytelling.

Vada Azeem is an author/illustrator from Columbus, Ohio. Azeem has dedicated himself toward encouraging people of all ages to preserve their imagination and achieve their dreams.