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Hala Tahboub Author & Illustrator

Hala Tahboub started her creative journey as an architect and interior designer, before seeing a mysterious ladder that led her to explore writing and illustrating children’s books. Hala believes in kindness, coffee, chocolate, and the immense power of stories. Born in Jordan, she now lives in Montreal, Canada, with her family and many imaginary friends. This is her first picture book. Visit her at halatahboub.com. Hala Tahboub started her creative journey as an architect and interior designer, before seeing a mysterious ladder that led her to explore writing and illustrating children’s books. Hala believes in kindness, coffee, chocolate, and the immense power of stories. Born in Jordan, she now lives in Montreal, Canada, with her family and many imaginary friends. This is her first picture book. Visit her at halatahboub.com.