My beloved brother Petey A. would have turned 47 today. We miss his light and laughter daily. I don’t have any video of him but these candid shots show a glimpse of his charisma. I’m so sad that his life ended at 46, but so blessed to have known and loved him.
Catch Me At LitFest Pasadena!
Come on out to LitFest Pasadena at the Pasadena Playhouse on Sat., May 19 at 5:30 PM. I’ll be talking about my experience as an Arab American feminist writer from LA. Join in the thought-provoking discussion and give me a hug. Much-needed medicine in these times.
New Interview on the Black Panther
My Review of the Black Lives Matter Memoir in LA Review of Books
The new book When They Call You a Terrorist: A Black Lives Matters Memoir is a read worth everyone’s time. To find out why, check out my review in the Los Angeles Review of Books: Indicting the System.
My Take on the Super Bowl on Rising Up with Sonali
Today is #SurvivorDay. I wrote this for survivors and allies.
My Brother Took His Own Life. Don’t Ask If He Left A Note. Here’s what I’ve found to be helpful — and not — when speaking to suicide survivors like myself.
My Beloved Brother, Petey A.
Although unfathomable, my sweet brother has passed. (more…)
SLAVERY NEVER ENDED: PRISON AS PUNISHMENT IN “13TH”

What’s Not Being Said About “The Handmaid’s Tale”: Published by Ms. Mag
Check out my latest essay on Ms.: What’s Not Being Said About The Handmaid’s Tale.
New Interview: The Handmaid’s Tale Highlights Current Political Fears
Watch the 18-minute interview here: Handmaid’s Political Fears