Katie Sahota is a passionate writer with a strong belief in the power of books to tackle important issues such as identity, inclusion and race, using her experiences of a gender-biased career and as the mother of two mixed race girls with her husband. As an avid reader, Katie enjoys a wide range of fiction and non-fiction and loves how books bring people together and create opportunities for self-care, growth and reflection."It's simple - books can change lives. I hope my writing will make a difference and create a positive impact on the world."After studying English Language, Linguistics and achieving a BSc in Computing, Katie more recently completed a Master's in Public Health. She has worked in the public sector for 20 years, the latter decade within the field of public health and specialises in issues affecting the health and wellbeing of children, young people and adults.

"A glimmering, gorgeous picture book." - The Guardian ; "Perfect for winter night reading, the book's message of love and togetherness is relevant all year long." - BookTrust ; "A celebration of light, love and togetherness, just when we need it most." - Karl Newson ; "I. Love. This. Book." - @firstyearsfirstbooks on Instagram ; “From the moment I saw this book, it gave me a warm fuzzy feeling. Through Katie Sahota‘s lyrical rhyming text it shows a multitude of cultural and religious celebrations. Harry Woodgate‘s illustrations are full of happiness, life and colour.” - @little.preene.readers on Instagram ; "This book achieves so much, it manages to convey peace and love as well as the beauty of diversity and different cultures that enrich this world; it is the perfect introduction to different religions and cultural festivals and is one for every home and classroom." - @booksb4bedtime on Instagram

Katie Sahota is a passionate writer with a strong belief in the power of books to tackle important issues such as identity, inclusion and race, using her experiences of a gender-biased career and as the mother of two mixed race girls with her husband. As an avid reader, Katie enjoys a wide range of fiction and non-fiction and loves how books bring people together and create opportunities for self-care, growth and reflection."It's simple - books can change lives. I hope my writing will make a difference and create a positive impact on the world."After studying English Language, Linguistics and achieving a BSc in Computing, Katie more recently completed a Master's in Public Health. She has worked in the public sector for 20 years, the latter decade within the field of public health and specialises in issues affecting the health and wellbeing of children, young people and adults.

"A glimmering, gorgeous picture book." - The Guardian ; "Perfect for winter night reading, the book's message of love and togetherness is relevant all year long." - BookTrust ; "A celebration of light, love and togetherness, just when we need it most." - Karl Newson ; "I. Love. This. Book." - @firstyearsfirstbooks on Instagram ; “From the moment I saw this book, it gave me a warm fuzzy feeling. Through Katie Sahota‘s lyrical rhyming text it shows a multitude of cultural and religious celebrations. Harry Woodgate‘s illustrations are full of happiness, life and colour.” - @little.preene.readers on Instagram ; "This book achieves so much, it manages to convey peace and love as well as the beauty of diversity and different cultures that enrich this world; it is the perfect introduction to different religions and cultural festivals and is one for every home and classroom." - @booksb4bedtime on Instagram