Description: (Writer)
Najwa Bin Shatwan is a prominent Libyan academic and novelist, known for her groundbreaking achievements in the literary world. She made history as the first Libyan writer to be shortlisted for the prestigious International Prize of Arabic Fiction in 2017. With four published novels and a range of short stories, plays, and contributions to anthologies, she has established herself as a prolific and talented author. Recognized for her literary prowess, she has been selected for various prestigious fellowships, residencies, and leadership roles in the Arab literary community.