I’m excited to welcome and interview talented illustrator Aaliya Jaleel who created beautiful art for ANISA’S INTERNATIONAL DAY. I’d always … More
Author: Doodling Through Life
When I doodle, whether it be swirls or figurines, I am transformed to a world in which my doodles live, and my thoughts become clear. My mind breathes.
I used to teach second grade. Now, I am a Stay-At-Home-Mother to three girls, a seasonal family photographer, and an around-the-clock-children's book author who gets distracted by my camera and buttery sunlight. Thank you for stopping by!
Milloo’s Mind, Sneak Peek!
So excited to share this new picture book of mine that is close to my heart, MILLOO’S MIND. It’s illustrated … More
Ode to Summer
It’s the night before school and I can’t sleep. As a teacher, the night before school, I couldn’t sleep as … More
This is Childhood: Nine
If you give her a ball of playdough she will return it a perfect rose. If you give her a … More
Introducing Anisa!
ANISA’S INTERNATIONAL DAY got a lovely blurb from Maleeha Siddiqui author of BARAKAH BEATS! My upcoming chapter book ANISA’S INTERNATIONAL … More
This is Childhood: Four
This is 4. “I love you Mommy” sing song whispers. Writing “I LVOE YOU” turned into “I LOVE YOU…” Getting … More
This Year…
THANK YOU for your book support! My books that launched this year seemed to be well received which I’m grateful … More
What it Feels Like to Launch a Book
If you have a book coming out, CONGRATULATIONS! When you first get the offer for your book, you may feel … More
GOLDEN GIRL Cover Interview: Illustrator Anoosha Syed
Thank you so much Anoosha for bringing the cover of GOLDEN GIRL to life! I’m delighted to interview you! Anoosha … More
The ‘I Love’ List
I love: Karachi clothing lines stepping out of the Abu Dhabi airport and having my glasses fog up instantly the … More
Betsy, Aaron, Caroline, and Molly’s Family Photos
I’ve had the privilege of capturing Betsy’s family each year and I love seeing how much these two have grown! … More
Read Aloud by Nana
I love my grandmother Nana and the character Nana in my verse novel UNSETTLED is based on her. I had … More
I CAN HELP Interview: Illustrator Mikela Prevost
I’m so excited to welcome author & illustrator Mikela Prevost to this space today. Mikela is responsible for the dreamy … More
New Release: I CAN HELP…
In 7 days the girls (all of them!) hopefully return to school and my picture book I CAN HELP releases! … More
Alexis Family Photos with Grandparents
I had just wrapped up a session with a lively group of cousins and their grandparents, and then Alexis reached … More
Cousins and Grandparents Photos
I can’t believe summer is almost over and it’s almost back-to-school-time! I wasn’t sure if I was doing photos as … More
Laura’s Family Photos
Laura reached out to me just as the pandemic was getting intense but I’m so glad life is getting better … More
Kicking Back with Kick-butt and Reem Faruqi!
Originally posted on Kick-butt Kidlit:
Welcome to Kicking Back with Kick-butt! Today we’re chatting with Reem Faruqi, the author of UNSETTLED…
Unapologetically Muslim Interview | With Reem Faruqi
Originally posted on The Perks of Being Noura:
Welcome back to another interview under my Unapologetically Muslim project! Today I’m welcoming a wonderful middle…
The Box
The box has the words NEW RELEASE stamped on it with black ink and is sitting on my doorstep. It’s … More
Doodling Through Life 