It has been a privilege to work with Sahana Ahmed of Bare Bones Publishing on The Memory Tree series. Sahana is a thoughtful, conscientious publisher who brings both professional expertise and a deep understanding of the creative process. As an accomplished author and poet herself, she is especially sensitive to the needs and challenges of writers.

I feel fortunate that she immediately embraced my vision of creating a grief resource for families who have lost a soldier in the line of duty. While many publishers may hesitate to invest in a project with uncertain commercial prospects, Sahana recognized the importance of addressing the emotional well-being of military children and supported the initiative wholeheartedly.

Throughout the publishing journey, she has been consistently encouraging, helping me navigate moments of writer’s block with patience and insight. Her keen aesthetic sense and exceptional attention to detail have greatly enriched the books. She worked meticulously on the layout, often refining the structure to ensure that illustrations and text complemented each other perfectly.

As an editor, Sahana’s diligence is remarkable. She tirelessly identified errors, eliminated repetitions, and strengthened the overall manuscript. The quality of the finished books is a testament to her dedication, professionalism, and genuine commitment to meaningful publishing.