Sarah Ladipo Manyika was raised in Nigeria and has lived in Kenya, France, and England. She holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Berkeley, and currently teaches literature at San Francisco State University.

Olumide Popoola’s publications include essays, poetry, the novella this is not about sadness (Unrast, 2010), the play Also by Mail (edition assemblage, 2013), the short collection breach.

Marilyn Heward Mills was born in Switzerland and brought up in Ghana.  She was a practicing lawyer for over nine years and now lives in South London with her husband and two children.  Cloth Girl is her first novel.

Malorie Blackman has written over 50 books, including Noughts & Crosses, Pig-Heart Boy, which was turned into a BAFTA winning serial, Hacker and Whizziwig among others.

Ayobami Adebayo’s stories have appeared in a number of magazines and anthologies, and one was highly commended in the 2009 Commonwealth Short Story Competition.

Born in Kano, Hadiza Isma El-Rufai holds BSc and MSc degrees in Architecture from Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria, and an MBA degree from the same university.

Born in Nigeria, Odafe Atogun is a writer who draws inspiration from his African society to create a unique and colorful world where humankind is consumed by a common desire for change.

Nnedi Okorafor is a Nigerian American author of African-based science fiction, fantasy and magical realism for both children and adults and a professor at the University at Buffalo, New York.

Sarah J. Maas is a bestselling American author, best known for her fantasy series Throne of Glass and A Court of Thorns and Roses. Maas began her writing career in her teens.

Charles Dickens (1812–1870) was a renowned English writer and social critic, famous for his vivid storytelling, memorable characters, and keen observations of Victorian society.

Oscar Wilde (1854–1900) was an Irish playwright, poet, and author, celebrated for his wit, flamboyant style, and sharp social commentary.

George Orwell, the pen name of Eric Arthur Blair (1903–1950), was an influential English writer, essayist, and critic best known for his novels 1984 and Animal Farm.

Ana Huang is a best-selling American author renowned for her contemporary romance and new adult fiction novels. Born to Chinese immigrant parents, her love for writing began as a way to practice English.

Brandon Sanderson is a highly acclaimed American author specializing in fantasy and science fiction. Born in Lincoln, Nebraska, in 1975, his passion for storytelling was sparked during high school.

Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi is a celebrated Ugandan novelist and short story writer, recognized for her rich storytelling and dedication to African narratives

Kathleen Glasgow is a New York Times bestselling author known for her emotionally powerful young adult novels often tackling challenging topics.

Helen Hoang is a celebrated contemporary romance author. Her diagnosis with Autism Spectrum Disorder in 2016, influenced the creation of her debut novel, The Kiss Quotient.

Matt Haig is a British author  having struggled with mental health challenges he is known for his engaging and introspective novels, non-fiction works, and children’s books.

Vex King is an internationally renowned author and a major voice in personal development. Vex transformed his life and now inspires others.

Robert Greene born on May 14, 1959, in Los Angeles, is a renowned author best known for his insightful books on strategy, power, and human behavior.

Ryan Holiday is a bestselling author, entrepreneur, and public speaker known for his modern interpretations of Stoic philosophy and its applications in daily life.

Namina Forna is a Sierra Leonean-American author born in Sierra Leone, she moved to the United States at the age of nine and has maintained strong connections with her roots.

Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé is an acclaimed author best known for her debut novel, Ace of Spades. Her works blend social commentary with gripping narratives.

Robert Greene born on May 14, 1959, in Los Angeles, is a renowned author best known for his insightful books on strategy, power, and human behavior.

Beth O’Leary is a British author of contemporary romantic comedies. She is best known for her bestselling debut novel The Flatshare (2019), which has been translated into over 30 languages and adapted into a TV series.

Ann Patchett is an acclaimed American author celebrated for her literary fiction, nonfiction essays, and advocacy for independent bookstores.

​Khaled Hosseini is an Afghan-American novelist, and humanitarian renowned for his evocative storytelling that brings to life the complexities of Afghan culture and history.

Jane Austen was an English novelist renowned for her keen observations of 19th-century British society, particularly the lives of women navigating love, class, and family.

Samantha Shannon, born on November 8, 1991, in Hammersmith, London, is a British author known for her dystopian and high fantasy novels.

Geneva Lee is a New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author, best known for her Royals Saga series, which blends romance, passion, and intrigue.

Meghan Quinn is a USA Today bestselling author known for her romantic comedies and contemporary romances that blend humor, heart, and steamy moments.

Lyla Sage is a romance author known for her Rebel Blue Ranch series. Her style features small-town / cowboy romance themes, heartfelt emotion, and strong characters.

Joyce Meyer is an American Christian author, speaker, and Bible teacher. She is the founder of Joyce Meyer Ministries. Known for her practical, straightforward teaching style.

Penelope Douglas is a New York Times bestselling romance author, best known for her edgy, emotional stories such as the Fall Away and Devil’s Night series.

Elsie Silver is a Canadian romance author best known for her small-town, western-inspired love stories filled with heat, heart, and unforgettable characters.

Nisha J. Tuli is an international bestselling author who writes romantasy and contemporary romance. Her breakout series Artefacts of Ouranos (starting with Trial of the Sun Queen) is especially popular.

Chloe Walsh is an Irish bestselling romance author, best known for her deeply emotional Boys of Tommen series, which blends young love with raw explorations of mental health, trauma, and healing.

Lana Ferguson is a bestselling contemporary romance author, celebrated for her witty, steamy, and emotionally engaging novels like The Nanny and The Fake Mate.

Mark Greaney is a #1 New York Times bestselling thriller author, best known for creating the Gray Man series, which inspired the 2022 Netflix film starring Ryan Gosling.

Kerri Maniscalo is a #1 New York Times bestselling author best known for her Stalking Jack the Ripper and Kingdom of the Wicked series, which blend mystery, history, and fantasy with dark romance.