Interview

What book(s) have you written?

• Raheem and his magic shoes
• Raheem is a superhero

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

when i became an uncle

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

1 year 

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

i wrote my book, while working full time and coaching.

What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?

I would say I enjoy thinking out of the box. Looking for topics which you don't really see.
 

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

family

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

play basketball

What does your family think of your writing?

they are very proud

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

that you will learn alot of new skills and will have to get out of your comfort zone 

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

find something you are passionate about and put it down on paper. I really believe everyone has a story to tell. 

What do you think makes a good story?

when the reader feels engaged

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

i wanted to be a graphic artist

What is your favorite book?

Black like Me 

Where do you live?

oakville/Canada

Fun Facts

Please share 10 Random facts about yourself for your readers!

1. I love to read sci fi and spots books
2. Love to draw funny characters
3. I enjoy spending time with my daughter.

Interview

What book(s) have you written?

• Kareem and khaleel finding Allah
• Kareem, khaleel and the missing kufi

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

Since forever, because i love telling stories since i was little

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

Around 5 months per book, it’s a back and forth process  

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

Usually juggle between other illustrating project because i’m originally and illustrator. So when making the book i also have to think about the illustrations, composition etc.

What would you say is your interesting writing quirk?

I like making books that makes people’s hearts feel warm and fuzzy
 

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

From everywhere!

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

I illustrate, play with my cats, and gardening

What does your family think of your writing?

They say it is a good start

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

Writing can be so enjoyable!  

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

Write stories that matters to you 

What do you think makes a good story?

Stories that relates to the most important people in your life

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

Being a vet, paleontologist, astronaut

What is your favorite book?

Mostly children books  

Where do you live?

Jakarta indonesia