Sofia Ajiri is an architect and an educator who finds inspiration in the intricate details of life — whether it’s designing a space or crafting the emotional arc of a character. A lifelong lover of language and literature, she speaks five languages and plays classical piano, both of which influence her richly layered storytelling.


Once Upon Ojai is her debut novel, born from a deep love of romantic fiction, complex characters, and the serene charm of small towns. Sofia enjoys happy-ending movies, slow weekends with her family in Southern California, and stories that make you feel — deeply.