Stephanie Scott is a Singaporean-British author who has made a significant impact in the literary world. She was born and raised in South East Asia and pursued her passion for literature by studying English Literature at the Universities of Cambridge and York. Scott specializes in Renaissance literature and furthered her writing skills by earning an M.St in Creative Writing from Oxford University.
Scott's debut novel, "What's Left of Me is Yours," has received critical acclaim and has been featured in several best-of-the-year lists. The novel is a New York Times Editor's Pick, a Brooklyn Book Festival Debut of the Year, a Daily Mail and Woman & Home Book of the Year, and was longlisted for the Jhalak Prize Book of the Year by a Writer of Colour, the CWA John Creasy New Blood Dagger Award, and shortlisted for the Authors’ Club Best First Novel Award. Scott's meticulous research and attention to detail have contributed to the novel's success, as she conducted anthropological work on the novel and became a member of the British Japanese Law Association for her research.
Scott's work has also been recognized by prestigious organizations, including the British Association of Japanese Studies and the Guardian & Observer, which named her one of the Ten Best Debut Novelists 2020. Her writing combines her unique cultural background and academic expertise to create compelling narratives that resonate with readers. Scott's work is a testament to her talent and dedication to the craft of writing.