Shubnum Khan

Shubnum Khan is a South African author and artist whose work blends memoir, travelogue, and personal reflection. Her acclaimed book, "How I Accidentally Became A Global Stock Photo and Other Strange and Wonderful Stories," recounts her unexpected experiences, including unknowingly becoming a ubiquitous stock photo model. Through her quirky, moving, and honest narratives, Khan explores diverse journeys, from teaching in the Himalayas to traveling across Turkey and China, while offering introspective insights into themes of identity, culture, religion, and what it means to be a single Muslim woman in the contemporary world.