A French writer who has lived in the United States for 17 years, Sonia Kermen is also a philanthropist, poet and author of bilingual children's books, a thriller and an autobiography. Passionate about forgiveness and resilience, she draws on her own life experiences to inspire others. Her personal journey, from psychology studies to a teaching career, has profoundly influenced her approach to writing. Passionate about photography, cooking, hiking and reading, Sonia finds inspiration in the thousand and one details of life. Her writings, woven from personal experience, offer readers stories rich in emotion and authenticity. Sonia currently lives in Boone, North Carolina, with her husband, children and dog.