Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé

Faridah Àbíké-Íyímídé is an acclaimed author of young adult fiction, celebrated for weaving thrilling narratives with incisive social commentary. She is best known for her bestselling debut thriller Ace of Spades and continues to center Black and queer characters in suspenseful, thought-provoking stories. Her compelling work includes novels and anthologies such as Where Sleeping Girls Lie and Four Eids and a Funeral. Through her writing, she explores complex themes of power, identity, and secrets in deeply engaging ways.