Nishita Parekh is an Indian American novelist best known for her debut thriller "The Night of the Storm," published in 2024. A software programmer by profession, Parekh has pursued writing as her lifelong passion, drawing inspiration from her experiences as an immigrant and woman navigating dual cultural identities. Her work explores themes of family dynamics, displacement, and resilience within South Asian communities.
Born and raised in Mumbai, Parekh immigrated to the United States during her teenage years and now resides in Texas with her family. She is an active member of several literary organizations, including Sisters in Crime, Crime Writers of Color, and the International Thriller Writers. Her writing has been recognized through accolades such as winning the RevPit contest, and an excerpt from "The Night of the Storm" was featured in Buzz Books 2023. Parekh continues to balance her technical career with storytelling, crafting narratives that reflect her multicultural perspective.