I’m Ash (they/them), a queer, disabled, neurodivergent, Lebanese-American writer of fiction and poetry.
I’m the author of The Night Fox, a young adult magical realism tale about grief, mental health, and nature told in poetry and prose. The novel came out with Rocky Pond Books at Penguin Random House in 2023. Oder it in hardcover, paperback, eBook, or audiobook here.
My upcoming book, Becoming (Un)Leavable, a YA contemporary novel about competitive rock climbing, mental health, and being Arab-American, comes out with Penguin Random House in 2026.
I particularly enjoy writing young adult fiction, but love all stories whose words sing and whisper magic to the reader. Most of my work focuses on themes of mental health, identity, diversity, and connection with nature.
I’ve also written a young adult book of poetry, Unravel Me; two picture books, Dark and Twisty, Bright and Breezy and The California Curb Crushers; an anthology of short stories, Echo in the Holler; and a middle grade novel in verse, More Than Ever.
In additional to writing, I’m also an editor, musician, artist, and advocate. You can find acoustic album River, River wherever you listen to music, including Spotify and iTunes. My pottery and other art, as well as musings on life and advocacy, can be found on my Instagram.
When I’m not creating, I love adventuring in the mountains with my husband and my pup. We love rock climbing, hiking, camping, and just general exploring!
You can find me on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok! Head over to the “contact” section and shoot me a message. I’d love to say hello 🙂 If you’re an educator or librarian looking for a press kit, you can find it there as well!
