I. Farah is a Canadian author of Somali heritage, known for crafting emotionally rich stories that explore the nuances of contemporary romance. Drawing inspiration from her experiences as a young Muslim woman growing up in Canada, Farah creates relatable characters and narratives that resonate with readers from diverse backgrounds. She also brings a background in STEM to her work, adding realism, curiosity, and ambition to the worlds she builds.
Her writing blends themes of identity, love, and family, with a balance of laugh-out-loud moments and cultural reflection. Her novels Memory Lane, The Dig Up, Beyond the Sidelines, and Complicated Codes celebrating the beauty of life’s twists and turns.
Durban-based author, educator and wellness counsellor, Waheeda Joosab is a mother of two who holds a BA Hons degree in Psychology. She is founder of Educator Wellness SA, an enterprise that focuses on the wellbeing of teachers. Waheeda also sustains an award-winning blog called What Waydi Says, where she focuses on positivity and spirituality. Kismet - for roses to blossom... is her first book.
