Rukhsana Khan
CanadianPicture BookChildren's Bookb. 1962
Rukhsana Khan is a Canadian children's author and storyteller born in Lahore, Pakistan, in 1962. She immigrated to Canada at the age of three and grew up in Dundas, Ontario. Initially trained as a biological-chemical technician, she later pursued a career as a writer and storyteller, focusing on multicultural themes and stories that bridge cultural divides. She has authored numerous award-winning picture books, short story collections, and novels.
Awards
['Golden Kite Award (2011)', 'Charlotte Zolotow Award (2011)', 'Middle East Book Award (2009)']
Notable Works
['Big Red Lollipop', 'The Roses in My Carpets', 'Wanting Mor', 'King for a Day', 'The Clever Wife']
