Author
The Artists
The Throne of Khetara series would not be what it is today without the amazing artists who contributed their talents to the project. Each and every one of these people were part of the magic!
The Voice
Suehyla El-Attar Young
Audiobook Narrator
Suehyla was born in the United States to Egyptian parents. Her mom and dad moved to the U.S. in 1963 and became naturalized citizens by the late 70s. Her father, a professor of Sociology, ended up at Mississippi State University, which is where Suehyla was born. Aside from her immediate family, Suehyla’s relatives are all in Egypt. With enough frequent visits, she lived the extremes of small-town quiet life in the States and the big, bustling, nonstop energy, big-city life in Cairo, Egypt. For the first time in her life, she was recently able to share Egypt firsthand with someone from the States: her husband. It was literally the best of both worlds finally happening. Professionally, Suehyla is an Actor/VO Artist/Writer based in the Atlanta area. Her multi-hyphenate, nearly 25-year career spans stages near and far; and screens, big and small. As a VO artist, she’s narrated over 100 audiobooks in her 15 year career. Plus, for 10 years, she had the extreme pleasure of being known as The Lore Lady, from the online game SMITE. She lives happily with her husband and Bean, Gray, and Button.
The American Cover
Tom Roberts
Artist & Illustrator
Tom is an artist and illustrator whose work has featured on the covers of bestselling series including Hannah Kaner's Fallen Gods and Mark Lawrence's Library Trilogy. He has worked for a vast range of clients from Magic the Gathering to the NHS. He has created everything from film posters to art installations at the Alchemist. He now works as a freelance Illustrator for book publishers. Originally from Herefordshire, Tom now lives in Cheltenham and spends his free time on personal work and reading.
The UK Cover
Micaela Alcaino
Cover Designer & Illustrator
Micaela is a London-based book cover designer and illustrator, originally from Sydney, Australia. Her career has been marked by significant achievements, including being named one of The Bookseller's Rising Stars in 2021 and winning the prestigious Designer of the Year title at the British Book Awards in 2022, with a subsequent nomination this year in 2024. Acknowledged for her influence in the industry, Micaela was featured in The Bookseller 150 in 2022 and shortlisted for Future Leader of the Year at the FutureBook Conference in 2023, highlighting her commitment to fostering positive change and inclusivity within publishing. She was also a finalist for the Hugo Award in for Best Professional Artist as well as shortlisted for Freelancer of the Year in 2024. With over a decade of experience, she honed her craft at Penguin Random House UK and HarperCollins UK before launching her freelance career in 2019. Since then, she has worked with major publishers worldwide. Her portfolio comprises a distinctive fusion of creativity and artistry, influenced by her passion for travel, her diverse cultural heritage, and a deep appreciation for the fine arts.
The Map
Gerralt Landman
Fantasy Cartographer
Gerralt is an art teacher by day and a fantasy cartographer by night. He has made maps for several books, tabletop games, and RPG's. Gerralt lives in the Netherlands.
The Characters
Bassel Elkadi
Illustrator & Character Designer
Bassel is an illustrator and character designer known for his distinctive fusion of ancient and modern art styles. His work brings characters to life across various mediums, but he has gained particular recognition for his Ancient Egyptian-inspired illustrations, reimagining the historical aesthetic with a fresh, modern touch. Whether designing characters for books, games, or other creative projects, Bassel strives to bring depth, history, and emotion into every piece, crafting visuals that feel both classic and contemporary. Born and raised in Cairo, Egypt, Bassel earned advanced degrees in Civil Engineering in Egypt and Turkey before shifting his career toward his lifelong dream of creating art. He now lives in Germany with his family.
The American Edges & Design
Erin Fitzsimmons
Creative Director
Erin Fitzsimmons is an Associate Creative Director for the Adult and YA fiction imprints at Sourcebooks. She lives in New Jersey, in a house from the 1880s, and when she’s not doodling with her kids, she’s doodling on her iPad.
