Farhana Islam

Farhana Islam is a British children’s author and primary school teacher from Newcastle upon Tyne, now based in Birmingham, whose work celebrates curiosity, family, and diverse voices. She has written picture books like Noor Needs to Know! that blend humour with meaningful cultural insight, and middle grade fiction such as The Misadventures of Mina Mahmood that entertains young readers while reflecting inclusive experiences. Islam’s storytelling aims to empower children by offering both mirrors and windows into different worlds and identities.