Marjan Kamali
Marjan Kamali is an acclaimed author known for her bestselling novels exploring Iranian culture and history.
Born to Iranian parents in Turkey, she lived in various countries before settling in the Boston area.
Kamali holds degrees from UC Berkeley, Columbia University, and NYU. Her works, including "The Lion Women of Tehran" and "The Stationery Shop," have been translated into over 25 languages and received numerous accolades.
Kamali's writing often draws from her multicultural background, addressing themes of identity, women's rights, and the immigrant experience.
She has also contributed essays to prominent publications and received a National Endowment for the Arts Creative Writing Fellowship in 2022.
