Nafiza Azad is a Fijian-Canadian young adult fiction fantasy author known for her immersive storytelling and exploration of diverse cultures. Azad’s writing style blends elements of fantasy and adventure, often featuring strong female protagonists and complex world-building. Born in Fiji, she spent her early years immersed in the Pacific Islander tradition, a formative experience that significantly influences her work. Azad's travels and multilingualism—she speaks four languages—are also evident in her incorporation of varied voices and settings into her novels.






