DUBAI: Miss Lebanon 2025, Perla Harb, will put Lebanese culture on the global stage as she contributes a children’s book by actress and author Razane Jammal to the Miss World Children’s Library initiative.
Harb has selected the British-Lebanese actress’s “Lulu and Blu” for inclusion in the international library project. The initiative invites contestants from around the world to donate a book that reflects their country’s culture, heritage and values, building a collection aimed at promoting literacy and cross-cultural understanding among young readers.
The library forms part of the pageant’s “Beauty With a Purpose” program, which focuses on charitable and educational initiatives. Over the years, it has introduced children to stories and traditions from around the world.
For Harb, the choice of “Lulu and Blu” puts a contemporary Lebanese voice in the spotlight. Jammal is best known for her acting career, having appeared in international productions including “Paranormal,” “The Sandman” and “A Walk Among the Tombstones.”
Published by Turning Point Books last year, the story was illustrated by Sasha Haddad, a Lebanese illustrator who graduated from Cambridge School of Arts in 2014. It follows the adventures of two young friends — a vegetarian lioness and a friendly fish — as they navigate themes of friendship, curiosity and self-discovery. The book draws on Jammal’s multicultural background and aims to encourage children to embrace diversity, kindness and imagination.
In June 2025, Jammal took to social media to mark the launch of the book, saying: “What started as a little story I wrote seven years ago turned into a book for your little ones. I’ve poured my (heart) into this and I’m thrilled to invite you all to our first launch in Beirut.”
Jammal made headlines in May this year as she took on her first lead role in an Arab production with the 2026 film “Asad.” Helmed by Egyptian filmmaker and Marvel’s “Moon Knight” director Mohamed Diab, Jammal stars alongside Egyptian actor Mohamed Ramadan in the period drama.
