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Everything changes when a young Jewish family in Berlin is forced to leave the only home they have ever known. As war spreads across Europe, they begin an uncertain journey that takes them across the sea to Shanghai, where they must rebuild their lives while facing loss, separation, and unimaginable challenges.
Inspired by a true story, We Were Wanderers follows one family's remarkable journey through fear, friendship, grief, and hope. Along the way, it reminds readers that home is not simply a place on a map, but the people who stand beside us through every hardship.
Written by Wenling Huang and beautifully illustrated by Sayali Ghotikar, this moving picture book introduces children to the history of Jewish refugees in Shanghai through the eyes of a child. It offers a compassionate starting point for conversations about the Holocaust, forced migration, resilience, and the enduring power of love.
About the Author & Illustrator
Wenling Huang
Sayali Ghotikar
Sayali Ghotikar is a Mumbai-born, Berlin-based illustrator and graphic designer with over 20 years of experience in graphics, print media, and advertising. Three years ago, she began her journey into illustration, discovering a new way to tell stories visually. Her work focuses mainly on digital illustration, using bright color palettes, expressive compositions, and thoughtful details inspired by everyday life and simple moments of joy. Through playful visual storytelling, she creates illustrations that feel warm, relatable, and imaginative. Her background in graphic design continues to shape her creative approach across editorial illustration, children’s books, branding, and print media.
