Giselle Onanian
Giselle Onanian is the author of Alfie & Oak, drawing on a lifetime as a "grown up expat" in Dubai to help children and families navigate life far from home.
Kathy Urban
A passionate storyteller and advocate for early literacy, Kathy’s books are rich in imagination, curiosity, and the small wonders of the world children inhibit.
Maheen Zeeshan
Maheen Zeeshan is a primary teacher and children’s author who creates engaging stories that inspire curiosity, kindness, imagination, and a lifelong love of reading in young learners.
Rhuar Dean
Rhuar is a poet and writer from London, currently living and working in Abu Dhabi. He hopes he will never grow up. His poems and fiction have appeared in a number of magazines and collections, including in Litro, the Interpreter's House, Crannog, Open Pen and the Londonist. His stories have also been performed in London, Leicester and New York.
Aprajita Singh
Aprajita Ramsagar Singh is a writer, social impact leader and coach whose work spans international development, storytelling and strategic partnerships. Based in Dubai, her stories draw on nature, community and cultural memory, and are written for the children we are raising and the children we once were.
Dr. Lamya Tawfik
I am a trilingual (English, Arabic, Italian) storyteller, a certified Parenting and Kids Life Coach and a creative arts facilitator.
Saira Arian
Saira Arian, winner of Editor's Choice (Edinburgh Short Story Award), writes minimalist short fiction rooted in her Pakistani heritage. She's also completed a children's series full of folklore, humour and heart.
Morgane Thuret
Morgane Thuret is a children's author, entrepreneur, and intercultural specialist renowned for her captivating educational series, The Babel Corner (Age 6-12). With a wealth of international experience across six countries, she crafts immersive storytelling that bridges cultures, languages, and history.
Sabrina Shah
With over 12 years of experience working for publishing companies in the UK, Sabrina Shah now focuses writing her own children's books. From picture books to spooky middle grade novels and young adult thrillers.
Dina O. Nasr
Early Years Consultant, CPD Trainer and children’s author helping parents and educators transform story time into language-rich learning that inspires confident, curious readers and a lifelong love of books.
Fanan Kilani
Passionate about the Arabic language and focused on instilling love and connection to the Arab identity, heritage and culture.
F.G. Qiyara
Policy consultant, trainer, educator, lifelong learner and former eclectic homeschooler. Passionate about inspiring a new generation of readers, F. G. Qiyara blends technology, investigation and fast-paced storytelling to engage today's screen- aware generation whilst rekindling the joy of reading.
Ayesha Rahmaan
Ayesha N. Rahmaan is an award-winning American author, educator, and founder of Alif2Yaa Publishing. Through her engaging children's books, educational toys, and learning resources, she inspires young hearts, nurtures strong character, and helps children develop a lifelong love of reading and learning.
Saniya Chughtai
Award-winning children’s author and founder of The Wadi Tribe, Saniya creates adventurous, culturally rich stories filled with unforgettable characters, imagination and heart.
Lina Abdulkarim
A storyteller at heart, Lina traded MRI scans for storyboards - her books turn hard truths into gentle, honest conversations that resonate with children and adults alike.
Rania R.H.
Author of Leaving Sherwood House and Leaving the Nest. Rania is a certified Mindful Parent Educator, life coach and mother of five, with over two decades supporting families internationally.
Evisa Simpson
Evisa Simpson is a Dubai-based children’s author who writes magical stories that inspire kindness, creativity and confidence, inviting children to imagine, join in and have fun.