SABAHAT ŞAHİN

I completed my primary, middle, and high school education in Istanbul and studied Business Administration at Anadolu University. I worked as a broadcaster and presenter for various TV and radio channels. I am the mother of two boys. My passion for literature began at a very early age; reading and writing were essential parts of my life even during my primary school years. I began to act on my love for writing, something I had not shared even with close friends, let alone my family, by keeping a diary. Later, short stories and poems joined me on this journey. This passion, which I had always kept to myself, finally came to light following an unfortunate event I experienced. My first book, Kanatsız Melekler (Wingless Angels), achieved significant sales figures upon its release, allowing me to make a name for myself in the literary world. I am currently an author with a poetry collection and a novel already on the market. My latest novel is a period piece based on a figure from Turkey who has largely faded from memory; I believe it is a work that will prove to be just as impressive as Kanatsız Melekler. Driven by my interest in recent history and the research I have conducted, I have another novel awaiting publication that focuses on the Siege of Kut (Kut’ül Amare), and yet another currently in the writing stage. Everyone has their own way of expressing themselves, of course; as for me, I am someone who finds expression through writing.

Hoping this journey continues…