The Author

Talmud Bah

Talmud Bah is a proud father of three whose deep love for children and young people has shaped both his personal and professional journey. As a consultant, he works in creative education, emotional intelligence, behaviour and culture change, implicit bias, and well-being—fields where he inspires growth and transformation in individuals and organisations alike.

Born and raised in southeast London, with African and Caribbean roots and ancestral ties to Egypt, Talmud’s multicultural heritage has deeply influenced his worldview. Growing up surrounded by folktales, comics, mythology, and anime, he developed a lifelong passion for the power of storytelling to spark wonder and possibility.

A lifelong cat lover, Talmud found inspiration in his own black cat, Shadow, whose warmth, mischief, and resilience inspired this debut adventure. Through Shadow’s Destiny, he invites readers to step into a world where fantasy and history intertwine, and where courage can be found in the most unexpected places.