The Author
Mohamad A.H. Khayata
Storyteller. World-builder. Keeper of forgotten myths.
Mohamad A.H. Khayata is a dual national of Saint Lucia and Syria who has called Dubai home since 2010.
Every story I write is a door. I build them so readers can walk through — and never quite find their way back.
His fascination with world history and its mysteries emerged at an early age and led him to discover a profound sanctuary within the pages of novels.
Driven by a deep admiration for the written word, Mohamad pursued a Bachelor's in English Language and Literature from the University of Aleppo, graduating in 2009. Following his studies, he contributed articles to various magazines and newspapers.
It was the unusual period of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020 that provided the catalyst for his debut novel. Treasures of the Sealed Ark is a historical fiction adventure brimming with mystery, suspense, fantasy realms, and magical creatures — published by Austin Macauley Publishers.
The Writing Journey
Graduated with a Bachelor's in English Language and Literature from the University of Aleppo.
Contributed articles to various magazines and newspapers, honing his voice and love of the written word.
Relocated to Dubai — a city that would become the backdrop for a new chapter in life and storytelling.
The Covid-19 pandemic provided the catalyst to begin writing his debut novel.
Treasures of the Sealed Ark published by Austin Macauley Publishers — a historical fiction adventure of mystery, suspense, fantasy realms, and magical creatures.
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A voice unlike any other in contemporary fantasy — Khayata writes with the weight of ancient myth and the urgency of tomorrow.
Lush, intricate, and deeply human. Treasures of the Sealed Ark is the kind of book that changes what you think historical fiction can be.
A triumph of imagination — historical fiction with a soul, steeped in mystery and wonder.
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From ancient desert empires to the edge of the galaxy — the books are waiting.
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