Learn more about Mariam.

From the very young age of 7, Mariam Mohamed has made it known to anyone who would listen, that one day she would become either a school teacher or a children’s book author. She couldn’t decide so she chose to pursue both careers.

Growing up, Mariam realized finding books with a protagonist that resembled her was quite the mission. Encouraged and inspired by her senior year English teacher in high school, she then decided to write her own children’s books. Mariam is currently a fourth-grade school teacher in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is inspired and encouraged daily by her own students to write books that they can relate to as well.

She writes for children who feel they might not have a voice in children’s books.  All children deserve to be heard despite their background, economic status, religion, gender, or overall appearance.

Learn more about Mariam.

From the very young age of 7, Mariam Mohamed has made it known to anyone who would listen, that one day she would become either a school teacher or a children’s book author. She couldn’t decide so she chose to pursue both careers.

Growing up, Mariam realized finding books with a protagonist that resembled her was quite the mission. Encouraged and inspired by her senior year English teacher in high school, she then decided to write her own children’s books. Mariam is currently a fourth-grade school teacher in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is inspired and encouraged daily by her own students to write books that they can relate to as well.

She writes for children who feel they might not have a voice in children’s books.  All children deserve to be heard despite their background, economic status, religion, gender, or overall appearance.

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Articles and Interviews:

How long does it take to write a book?

It takes me about 6 months to a year generally. Editing takes the longest time.

Do you use a computer?

I have an interesting method when writing. I first use index cards and write out the settings I would like to have in my stories. Then I begin the actual writing and putting my index cards in sequential order of events. After I’m done manually writing it out I begin using the computer to type.

Do you work with an editor?

Yes, I have a couple of editors. I also send it off to many friends and family members to check many times before I consider the editing phase complete. I’m a perfectionist so it takes me quite some time.

Do you have brothers and sisters? A husband? Children? Pets?

I am married for 2 years now and have a 17-month-old daughter and another daughter on the way insha Allah . 

What is your favorite color?

I love the color red, but I also equally love black just as much. 

What is your favorite book that you’ve written?

That’s a hard question because both books have a special place in my heart. I really do think “ What I Wish You Knew About My Cousin Ali” will be a fan favorite because the characters Sumaya and Ali are so authentic and likable while addressing a tough topic.

Do you have any hobbies?

I love baking and painting. I’m not very good at painting but it’s therapeutic. I also enjoy going on walks with my husband and daughter.

When did you decide to start writing?

I’ve always wanted to be a writer since the 4th grade, but I took it seriously during my junior year in college.

Do you speak another language besides English?

I speak Somali.