Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
Novelist, Poet & Essayist
Award-winning author known for her powerful portrayals of South Asian women and mythological retellings. Her work bridges cultures and generations.
About
Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni is a celebrated Indian-American author whose works have bridged cultural divides and explored the emotional landscapes of women across generations. Born in Kolkata, she moved to the United States for her higher education, earning a PhD in English from the University of California, Berkeley. Her writing—spanning fiction, p
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Achievements
National Book Award Finalist
2009Recognized for The Palace of Illusions, praised for its inventive narrative and literary merit.
American Book Award
2010Honored for excellence in literary fiction by a diverse voice in American literature.
Sahitya Akademi Award
2022Awarded for outstanding contribution to Indian English literature.
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