Children’s Stories & Creative Writing

Donkey’s Dream (2025) — Marah Publishing House

A rhymed children’s book written by Laila Samy and illustrated by Walid Taher. Published by Marah Publishing House for Children’s Books and launched at CairoComix Festival in November 2025.

Dandana (2022–Present)

Founder of a digital Arabic children’s storytelling platform (YouTube & Instagram). The project presents original rhymed stories and revives songs from Ratiba El-Hefny’s 1990s children’s choir.

Homes and Dreams (2024) — Elles Publishing House

Contributor of four short stories to a collective book featuring writers from across the region.

Wonder Box Project (2013–2014) — Mahatat for Contemporary Art

Collected stories from Cairo taxi drivers and wrote three original tales inspired by their narratives for the Wonder Box street-performance project. Also supported rehearsals and creative development.