Shannon Chakraborty is an American author best known for her historical fantasy and speculative fiction works, including the internationally bestselling "Daevabad Trilogy." Writing under the pen name S.A. Chakraborty, she gained critical acclaim for her debut novel, "The City of Brass," which launched the trilogy. Her subsequent works, such as the "Amina al-Sirafi" series, further established her reputation for richly imagined worlds inspired by Islamic history and folklore.
Chakraborty's writing blends meticulous historical research with vivid worldbuilding, often exploring themes of power, identity, and cultural heritage. Her works have been translated into over a dozen languages and have earned nominations for prestigious awards, including the Hugo, Locus, World Fantasy, Crawford, and Astounding awards. Beyond writing, she enjoys studying medieval history, Islamic art, and recreating intricate historical recipes. Chakraborty resides in New Jersey with her family and an expanding collection of cats.