S. A. Chakraborty – American author of the 21st century, best known for The Daevabad Trilogy (The City of Brass, The Kingdom of Copper, The Empire of Gold). Her work fuses Middle Eastern history, Islamic folklore, and djinn mythology with epic political intrigue. She crafts lush, intricate worlds where myth and power collide.
📖 Started with fanfiction and short stories before attempting a full novel. 🕌 Her worldbuilding draws on Arabic, Persian, and Islamic folklore. 📚 The City of Brass was a critically acclaimed debut. 🌍 Her works have been translated widely, gaining a global readership. 💡 Researches history meticulously to keep her fantasy culturally authentic. 🖋 Calls herself a “slow writer,” carefully polishing each detail. 🎤 Speaks at literary festivals about blending myth with politics. 📖 Loves writing morally complex characters who defy easy labels. 👩👩👧 Lives in New Jersey with her family while balancing daily life and writing. 😮 Recently launched her new series, The Adventures of Amina al-Sirafi. 😄 Jokes her Google search history “looks like that of a criminal: poisons, daggers, and ancient magic.”