Jawad is a husband, father, basketball coach, referee and avid b-baller. He is a techie and children's author when he isn't coaching. His works include 'Raheem and His Magic Shoes' (2019) and "Raheem the Referee (2023)." A tale that has captured the hearts of many, many young children across the globe. Once, in his past life, he wrote for a men's fashion blog.As a son of immigrant parents, Jawad was taught to appreciate literature and value family at a young age. He draws inspiration from his love for his family, his imaginative mind and his passion for storytelling. Jawad Tariq currently lives in Toronto, Ontario.