Mahtab Narsimhan is an internationally published, award-winning author of over twenty critically acclaimed books. Mahtab writes for all age groups—from picture books to young adult novels—many of which have been shortlisted for the Silver Birch, Red Maple, SYRCA, MYRCA and CCBC Best Books for Kids & Teens awards. Two of her recent books have been named Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selections. She is deeply committed to representation and inclusivity in her work. Mahtab lives near Vancouver, BC.