Meet Zaq

Zaq Baker

Ranging from the quirky to the fiercely earnest, Zaq Baker’s original music is featured in new film How to Break a World Record (Apple TV, Amazon Prime) — and in the keynote speaking and performing role at Youth Mental Health Days, where Zaq recently provided songs, guidance and advocacy to an audience of over 900 teens.

Zaq’s debut novel, Unspectacular — a music story — has garnered praise from Louder Than War magazine (UK) as “a must-read for those seeking a relatable, heartfelt take on modern life and the pursuit of purpose.” Press further lauds Unspectacular as "thought-provoking and emotionally resonant... unique and authentic [with] sharp prose and biting humour... an inspiring exploration of resilience and growth.” A family dramedy, immigration story, and new work of literary fiction published in January 2025, Unspectacular is available in thirty bookstores and record stores, three bakeries, and every stop along A Very Unspectacular Book Tour.