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Tayyaba Syed

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The need for Muslim representation in society is more important than ever, and authors like Tayyaba are making it possible! We talk to Tayyaba about her children’s book and the story behind it as well as the importance of believing in your own story.

Ep. 24: The Blessed Bananas with Tayyaba Syed

Welcome to episode 003 of the Yasmin Essa podcast! On today's show, I am joined by Tayabba Syed, author of the award-winning children’s story The Blessed Bananas for a lovely conversation on the publishing world, Islam, family, and more. This episode is sponsored by Wellness with Yasmin. Learn more at http://wellnesswithyasmin.com Tayyaba's Bio: Tayyaba Syed is the author of the award-winning children’s story The Blessed Bananas. As a journalist, her work has been featured in numerous publications including NPR, Islamic Horizons, Azizah Magazine, Chicago Crescent, and Chicago Parent. She has co-authored four chapter books in the popular kids’ series called Jannah Jewels.   Tayyaba works as the Research Specialist for Daybreak Press and a Writing Curriculum Consultant for Whitestone Foundation’s Author Development Program. She recently joined Noor Kids as a Creative Developer designing unique plots for their educational books.  Interview Questions:  How did you know you wanted to be an author? What does a typical day look like for you? What are your non-negotiables? What stresses you out? How do get inspired? What do you do when you feel stuck or overwhelmed? What advice would you give to someone who wants to become an author? What are some things you’ve learned about the publishing industry? What makes you happy and joyful? How has Islam inspired you? What does the mind, body, soul connection mean to you?    Connect with Tayyaba: http://tayyabasyed.comhttp://www.instagram.com/tayyabawrites/ Connect with Yasmin: http://wellnesswithyasmin.com http://instagram.com/yasminessa

Welcome to episode 003 of the Yasmin Essa podcast! On today's show, I am joined by Tayabba Syed, author of the award-winning children’s story The Blessed Bananas for a lovely conversation on the publishing world, Islam, family, and more. This episode is sponsored by Wellness with Yasmin. Learn more at <a href="http://wellnesswithyasmin.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://wellnesswithyasmin.com</a> Tayyaba's Bio: Tayyaba Syed is the author of the award-winning children’s story The Blessed Bananas. As a journalist, her work has been featured in numerous publications including NPR, Islamic Horizons, Azizah Magazine, Chicago Crescent, and Chicago Parent. She has co-authored four chapter books in the popular kids’ series called Jannah Jewels.  Tayyaba works as the Research Specialist for Daybreak Press and a Writing Curriculum Consultant for Whitestone Foundation’s Author Development Program. She recently joined Noor Kids as a Creative Developer designing unique plots for their educational books.  Interview Questions: <ul> <li>How did you know you wanted to be an author?</li> <li>What does a typical day look like for you?</li> <li>What are your non-negotiables?</li> <li>What stresses you out?</li> <li>How do get inspired?</li> <li>What do you do when you feel stuck or overwhelmed?</li> <li>What advice would you give to someone who wants to become an author?</li> <li>What are some things you’ve learned about the publishing industry?</li> <li>What makes you happy and joyful?</li> <li>How has Islam inspired you?</li> <li>What does the mind, body, soul connection mean to you?</li> </ul> Connect with Tayyaba: <a href="http://tayyabasyed.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://tayyabasyed.com</a><a href="http://www.instagram.com/tayyabawrites/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://www.instagram.com/tayyabawrites/</a> Connect with Yasmin: <a href="http://wellnesswithyasmin.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://wellnesswithyasmin.com</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/yasminessa" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://instagram.com/yasminessa</a>

Episode 003: Life as an Author with Tayyaba Syed

This week Colleen sat down with children's author Tayyaba Syed who is on a mission to give Muslim kids like her own children mirrors in their books. The women talk about why diversity in literature is so important right now, how books can be windows and mirrors and why everyone needs both.

This week Colleen sat down with children's author Tayyaba Syed who is on a mission to give Muslim kids like her own children mirrors in their books. The women talk about why diversity in literature is so important right now, how books can be windows and mirrors and why everyone needs both.

Episode 23: Diversity in Literature with Tayyaba Syed