hello friend!

A few years ago, I decided to quit social media, and to instead devote my efforts towards my personal and academic projects. As my writing career progressed, I realized it was time to find a space to share my work online, as well as to connect with both readers and writers alike.

With each post, I hope to go beyond sharing my work and ideas. I don’t want this blog to become a collection of one-way conversations. I want to know if my work helps you, if it moves you, or even if it bothers you. I want to hear what you have to say!

There is only one rule; before you engage, please bring your best self.

Warmly,

I. S. Bashirah

I invite you to join me on this creative journey, and I look forward to hearing from you.

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Welcome to khayal— where creativity fuses with connection. This blog is a space for learning, experimenting, and telling the truth (in both poetry and prose). Join the conversation, share your thoughts, and let's create something beautiful together.

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I. S. Bashirah is a multi-award-winning poet and an alumna of the University of Waterloo.