Nancy Farmer – American novelist, acclaimed for The House of the Scorpion and The Ear, the Eye, and the Arm. A three-time National Book Award finalist and Newbery winner, she blends science fiction, adventure, and African as well as American cultural traditions. Her work often explores identity, morality, and the boundaries of science.
✨ Grew up in Arizona but lived for years in Zimbabwe, shaping her worldview. 📖 Her African experiences deeply influenced her plots and characters. 🌍 Her novels have been translated worldwide and are taught in schools. 🏆 Winner of major prizes including the Newbery Medal and Michael L. Printz Honor. 🖋️ Combines mythology, science, and political satire in her writing. 🎓 Studied biology and worked in biomedical labs before turning to fiction. 📚 The House of the Scorpion won multiple top honours, a rare achievement. 🧬 Frequently writes about cloning, ethics, and personal identity. 🎭 Known for complex teen protagonists navigating moral dilemmas. 🖼️ Draws inspiration from African myths and art. 😄 Once joked that “writing for teens is harder than cloning in a lab.”