Shifa Saltagi Safadi

Shifa Saltagi Safadi is a Syrian-American author and educator whose work explores themes of identity, belonging, and the immigrant experience. Her debut novel "Kareem Between" follows a young Syrian-American boy navigating the space between two cultures with humor and heart. Safadi draws on her own experiences as an Arab-American to craft stories that resonate deeply with readers from all backgrounds, while shining a light on underrepresented voices in children's literature. A passionate advocate for diverse storytelling, she works to ensure that young readers see themselves reflected on the page. She lives in the United States with her family.