MARIA ISABEL SANCHEZ VEGARA

MARIA ISABEL SANCHEZ VEGARA is a Spanish children's author best known for creating the Little People, BIG DREAMS series which has now sold more than 14 million copies worldwide. She writes stories that introduce young readers to real lives, big ideas and meaningful questions through clear, accessible and honest language. With a background shaped by a deep love of storytelling, art, and creative exploration, Maria Isabel believes children's books can be both gentle and profound. Her work aims to spark curiosity, empathy, and confidence, offering stories that invite children to think, imagine, and feel deeply. Under the Olive Moon began when Isa started to talk with Nour Ferwana, a writer and mother from Gaza.

Maria is the co-author of Under the Olive Moon.