Sabaa Tahir
Sabaa Tahir grew up in California's Mojave Desert, where her family owned an 18-room motel.
She developed a love for fantasy novels and comic books during her youth.
Tahir began writing An Ember in the Ashes while working nights as a newspaper editor.
Her interests include indie rock, colorful socks, and nerd culture.
She currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with her family.
Tahir's writing style is known for its brutality and atmospheric storytelling, which sets her work apart in the young adult genre.
Her debut novel gained significant popularity and launched a successful series.
