Sana Saghafi

Sana Saghafi is a children's book author with over 14 published books and multiple national literary awards. Her works focus on childhood, imagination, identity, and cultural heritage, exploring themes of belonging, hope, and resilience. Combining her Master’s degree in Children Literature with deep academic insight, Sana uniquely blends poetic and childlike imagination with scholarly understanding to create innovative and meaningful stories.

Her picture book "Once Upon a Watermelon", based on a true story from 1967, exemplifies this approach. It has been translated into five other languages and invites young readers into a world where joy and creativity flourish even in the most challenging circumstances. Through her storytelling, Sana opens doors to inspiration and encouraging children to find strength and beauty in their own stories.