Shirin Ariff Author Interview

My favorite poem from the collection is Heartbeat. What is your favorite poem from this book.

My favorite poem is Paradise Remains.

The art in this book is beautiful. What was the art collaboration like for this collection?

The artwork by Zunash Ashiqali is phenomenal. Her illustrations are as if she could see my poems through my mind’s eye. Zunash was so aligned with every word and knew exactly what I wanted. I did not have to say anymore than share my poems with her.

What is the next book that you are working on and when will it be available?

My next book is a tribute to my 4 beautiful children. It is called The Adorables and it will be available by mid 2020.

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“Keepsake – A Souvenir of Love” is a book inspired by the poet’s love and devotion for the Spiritual. Her poems are inspired by the wisdom of her spiritual journey and the values and ethics she has embraced.

The book contains several inspirational and meditative poems. Each one of them embraces values such as love and devotion, unity in diversity, the simplicity of miracles. The poems are in simple language and filled with emotion that readers can relate to.

The book has been illustrated by graphic designer and digital artist Zunash Ashiq Ali.