About the Author: Samia Khan has earned a Bachelors in English Literature, and Masters in Education. She is a high school English teacher, teaching AP and honors. Samia is a devoted mother and wife, who uses her daughter as her inspiration. She currently resides in the suburbs of Chicago.

About the Illustrator: Southern California resident, Maria Ahmed, is the creator of Traditional Creations. Her art explores
unusual shapes and sizes to bring warmth and color with traditional content and a modern flair. She is a mother of three.