Jamila Gavin

Jamila Gavin is a celebrated British author, renowned for her captivating children’s and young adult literature. Born in India in 1941 to an Indian father and English mother, her multicultural heritage deeply influences her storytelling. Gavin's acclaimed "The Wheel of Surya" trilogy intricately explores themes of identity and belonging amid the backdrop of post-colonial India and Britain. Her novel "Coram Boy," a historical tale of orphaned children in 18th-century England, won the Whitbread Children's Book Award and garnered a stage adaptation. Gavin's works consistently provide profound insights into cross-cultural experiences, making her a beloved voice in contemporary literature for young readers.