About The Author
Shadi Zaker
Shadi Zaker is a young and emerging queer author from Toronto, driven by a deep belief in the power of storytelling. Along with the vast majority of people, she has experienced loss, pain and heartbreak. She felt compelled to share this story because she believes that our words and experiences hold value. She shares this story with the hope that her words and experiences will resonate with others, especially those navigating similar journeys of heartbreak and self-discovery. Shadi believes that the challenges we face not only shape who we are but also empower us to support and connect with others. Through her writing, she hopes to remind readers that even the most personal struggles hold universal value—and that this is a story worth telling.
About The Book
The Girl With The Yellow Car
It’s the oldest and most familiar story in the world: girl meets boy, falls in love, and gets her heart broken. Yet, this book takes a fresh approach by focusing on the girl’s journey of healing and self-discovery after the breakup. Told through a collection of poems, the narrative is divided into three sections.
The first, From Him, offers a glimpse into the boy’s perspective on the relationship. The second, From a Stranger, explores broader themes that weave through the story, adding depth and universality. Finally, From Her invites readers to join the girl on her transformative journey of healing, learning, and growing through loss.
As readers follow her every step, they witness how the girl with the yellow car emerges stronger, more self-aware, and deeply reflective about herself and her relationships. In the end, she confronts the reasons love hasn’t worked for her in the past, arriving at a powerful and profound realization.
