Isabella Hammad

About the Author

Isabella Hammad is an acclaimed British-Palestinian author whose debut novel, The Parisian, garnered international praise for its evocative portrayal of love, identity, and political upheaval in the early 20th century. Born in London to a Palestinian father and British mother, Hammad's writing draws deeply from her multicultural heritage, exploring themes of displacement, colonialism, and resilience through richly drawn characters and historical nuance. A graduate of Cambridge University, she has contributed essays and short stories to leading publications like The Guardian and Granta, blending meticulous research with lyrical prose to illuminate the human cost of empire. Hammad resides in Glasgow, where she continues to craft narratives that bridge personal stories with broader geopolitical narratives, earning her a spot among contemporary literature's most compelling voices.