Interview

What book(s) have you written?

• Douha and the Mystery of the Oak Tree

When did you first realize you wanted to be an author?

I found the passion for writing in my early 20s but I got the urge to be an actaukly author after I had my 3rd daughter.

How long did it take you to write your book(s)?

Over a year, not including the editing. 

What is your work schedule like when you're writing?

I love to write most during the day especially after asr time for some reason. But it can be all over the place at times. I got an idea one time and I was folding the laundry, I quickly dropped my washing at hand to jot it down before I forget.

What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?

Hmmm, thats a tricky one. I havent paid much attention to my quirks. But I would say I need to have the first copy of my book opened in front of me, a pen and book to write down what each chapter is about of the new book i'm writing and everything around me needs to be clean and sorted.
 

Where do you get your information or ideas for your books?

From my girls, life, sometimes old memories I had when I was younger.

What do you like to do when you're not writing?

I love to draw and paint, if not that then reading a good book.

What does your family think of your writing?

Not sure if they are being bias, but they love it. My number one supporters.

What was one of the most surprising things you learned in creating your books?

There is so much to learn. The more courses I did the better my writing became. I'm still learning.  

Do you have any suggestions to help people become a better writer? If so, what are they?

Surround yourself with people who will support and encourage you, maybe join an author group. Be consistent and take on some writing courses.  

What do you think makes a good story?

Something funny or a book you can relate to.

As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?

I wanted to be a teacher.

What is your favorite book?

My genre is forever changing, I will say I enjoyed reading Pearl S Buck, The good earth. Currently reading This woven kingdom by Tahereh Mafi and im enjoying that also. Two completely different book styles.  

Where do you live?

Australia

Fun Facts

Please share 10 Random facts about yourself for your readers!

1. I'm the eldest and only girl in my family
2. So Allah blessed me with four girls
3. I used to do alot of work on my mother in laws sewing machine and designed a few skirts for my girls and nieces
4. I love indoor plants
5. My favourite vegetable is the potato. IYKYK
6. I love my coffee super hot
7. I love pretty and quirky coffee cups
8. Would love a country life over a city life
9. I love to use watercolour paint
10. Obsessed with doors, photos of them, drawing them etc.