Shobhan Bantwal

Shobhan Bantwal is an Indian-American author known for her novels that weave together elements of Indian culture, family traditions, arranged marriages, and women's empowerment. Born in Belgaum, India, she immigrated to the United States in 1974. She began her writing career at the age of 50 after a career in public administration. Her writing style has been described as 'Bollywood in a book,' focusing on contemporary Indian women and the immigrant experience.