Sofia Briley has loved words for as long as she can remember. After over 15 years working in journalism and communications, she still believes the best stories are those that make people feel something. Whether through poetry, short stories, or bedtime tales for her kids, Sofia loves turning everyday moments into magic. She is an American author living in Dubai with her husband, Aboudi, and two sons, Julian and Adrian, who inspire her stories.

With her son Julian Fakhreddine, she has written a children's book that celebrates love, loss, and the invisible threads that keep families connected, no matter where they are.

Julian, age 9, wrote Juju and the Magical Shorts with his mom to share a story full of imagination, love, and family. He believes kids can do anything they dream of, even write books! This story was inspired by his special bond with his grandma and is his way of keeping their memories close. Julian hopes it helps kids everywhere feel that the people they love are always with them.

Stay tuned for book release!