Harleen is a passionate storyteller with a background as vibrant as her authentic tales. Her introspective creativity is deeply influenced by her rich life experiences and a deep love of nature and all its creatures.
Growing up in India, where picture books at the time were almost unheard of, Harleen was immersed in the magical world of religious sagas and real-life adventures of inspirational icons vividly recounted by family elders.
She credits her son for introducing her to the fantastical world of picture books. The first board books she ever read were Goodnight Moon and Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See?, which were baby shower gifts. Reading enchanting tales with dreamy illustrations to her son, she realized how stories could shape young minds and hearts. Her son’s early efforts at writing and illustrating books made from self-stapled pages were a delightful spark of inspiration.
Harleen holds degrees in engineering and business, and her artistic talents shine in writing, design, and painting. She has worked with the limb-loss community and the Amputee Coalition for over a decade, spoken at conferences, and written for InMotion magazine. She is the recipient of the Amputee Coalition’s Values in Action Award for her work. Additionally, she serves on the board of St. Mark’s Episcopal School.
She lives in Houston, Texas, with her husband AG and their son Atharv Jay. Through her writing, she strives to empower her readers to embrace differences, overcome challenges, and believe in the power of their unique voices.
