Saira Shah founded KOOLSTORY to create the next generation of storytellers through creative writing and drama. With the threat of AI in employment markets and declining literacy rates, Saira's vision is to modernise the teaching and learning of writing in order to prepare children with the skills required for a rapidly changing future world.

Saira’s an award-winning children’s author and teacher. With a Master’s in Education, Saira has spent her working life committed to helping children achieve their full potential. Saira also writes stories, comedy scripts, and has an educational and book reviewing column in the Lancashire Telegraph.