Featured Interview With I.M.Nameless
Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I was born in Pakistan but raised in Toronto, Ontario, where I’ve lived my entire life. I completed my HBSc from the University of Toronto, majoring in Human Biology, and I’m now pursuing my Masters degree. I’m also a certified medical writer, helping medical companies inform and educate their patients.
At what age did you realize your fascination with books? When did you start writing?
I think I’ve always loved stories, but the first time I truly felt their magic was in third grade. My teacher asked me to read my short story to the class, and I was so nervous that I begged to go to the bathroom instead. She let me go—but on the condition that she could read it aloud. When I returned, I stood outside the classroom and listened in shock as my classmates laughed at the right moments, gasped at the twists, and even clapped when it ended. That was the moment I realized storytelling could make people feel something.
That feeling never left me. By high school, I was writing poetry and stories regularly, and by my final year, I had drafted my first novel, Sole Silence. I haven’t stopped writing since.
Who are your favorite authors to read? What is your favorite genre to read. Who Inspires you in your writings?
I have a deep appreciation for both classic and modern literature. I admire Oscar Wilde for his wit and depth, Robert Frost for his timeless poetry, and Eoin Colfer for crafting brilliant stories without relying on romance as a central theme.
Spiritually, I’m drawn to the works of Rumi and Hasan ibn Thabit—their words have a way of cutting through time and reaching the heart.
When it comes to inspiration, I find it everywhere—from literature and philosophy to the quiet, unspoken moments in life that most people overlook.
Tell us a little about your latest book?
My poetry collection, Dear Muslim: Letters from the Heart, is one of my most personal works, and I was honored when it won an award. It’s a collection inspired by faith, resilience, and the human experience. Winning recognition for something so close to my heart was surreal, and it reminded me why I write in the first place—to connect, to heal, and to inspire.
I also published a novel, Sole Silence, which explores themes of trauma, resilience, and finding one’s voice in a world that often demands silence. That book holds a special place in my heart because it resonated deeply with readers, especially those who have faced bullying or struggled to be heard.
Right now, I’m working on my next novel, and I’m beyond excited to bring a fresh perspective to my storytelling. I’m also exploring the idea of turning some of my poetry into short films—because I believe words, visuals, and sound combined can create something truly magical.
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