Sabe Kemer
Sabe Kemer is a wife, a mother, an entrepreneur, and a storyteller whose stories are deeply inspired by her childhood, culture, and community. She was born and raised in the very same village in Luuco-Luch’o, Ethiopia, where the story of her beautiful picture book, Oh! To Touch the Sky, takes place—making this story especially personal and meaningful.
Through lyrical language and vibrant imagery, Oh To Touch the Sky celebrates imagination, friendship, courage, and the power of dreaming beyond what we can see. Rooted in Ethiopian heritage and lived experience, Sabe’s storytelling encourages children to believe in themselves, embrace creativity, and discover the beauty of hope and possibility.
Her mission is to create books that inspire young readers, families, and educators through themes of resilience, emotional growth, meaningful connection, and dreaming big.
About the Book:
Oh To Touch the Sky
Oh To Touch the Sky is an illustrated children’s picture book inspired by the author’s childhood and cultural heritage in the Ethiopian Highlands. Through the story of friendship, curiosity, imagination, and determination, young readers are invited to dream boldly and believe in the possibilities before them. Set against the rich cultural landscape of Ethiopia, the book introduces children to Ethiopian traditions, community, and the beauty of its natural environment while conveying a universal message about perseverance and hope. The work contributes to greater cultural representation in children’s literature and offers families, educators, and libraries an opportunity to celebrate Ethiopian and African heritage while inspiring children from all backgrounds to pursue their dreams. Currently available in a prominent Ethiopian dialect Oromo language and English.
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