Kajal Stephanie Soares Jamal, who goes by Stephanie, is a 22-year-old journalism student with a lifelong passion for storytelling. Writing has always been her way of processing life, while reading serves as a cherished escape into other worlds. As a Christian, she draws strength and hope from her faith, allowing it to guide her through both challenges and triumphs. Stephanie delights in the small, creative of life; cooking, baking, singing and sharing meals along with experiences to others. Her work reflects curiosity, reflection, and a desire to connect, exploring human resilience, the complexity of personal experience, and the beauty that can emerge even from struggle.