Have you ever wondered why the sea is salty? Dive into the enchanting world of The Secret of the Salt Sea, a magical folktale where ancient mysteries, extraordinary treasures, and unexpected adventures bring one of nature's greatest wonders to life. Filled with imagination, suspense, and delightful surprises, this captivating story invites young readers to explore the timeless values of kindness, generosity, gratitude, and contentment while discovering the dangers of greed. A charming blend of fantasy, adventure, and meaningful life lessons that sparks curiosity, inspires thoughtful choices, and reminds children that true happiness comes not from having more, but from appreciating and sharing what we have.



A professional children's book illustrator and author, Waleed Moawad has contributed to a wide range of literary and educational projects across the Arab world, illustrating and designing numerous children's stories and school textbooks. His work includes artistic contributions to the covers of well-known children's books, where he combines strong visual storytelling with engaging design. With a deep understanding of how illustrations enhance narrative and connect with young readers—a core role of children's illustrators —he has recently expanded into creating his own fully integrated works, writing and illustrating original children's books distinguished by high-quality artwork, imaginative storytelling, and meaningful values.