Chelsea Abdullah
Chelsea Abdullah | |
|---|---|
| Born | Kuwait |
| Occupation | Novelist |
| Years active | 2022–present |
| Known for | The Sandsea Trilogy |
Chelsea Abdullah is a Kuwaiti-American novelist recognized for her fantasy series, the Sandsea Trilogy, which draws inspiration from the tales of One Thousand and One Nights.
Early life and education
Born and raised in Kuwait, Abdullah earned a Master of Arts degree in English from Duquesne University and completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Colorado Boulder.
Career
Abdullah's literary debut came in 2022 with the release of The Stardust Thief, the opening volume of her intended trilogy. The novel unfolds in a fantastical realm where jinn are pursued for their curative blood and magical artifacts, blending elements of Arab mythology with creative narrative. The work received acclaim from Publishers Weekly for its "richly detailed prose" and compelling plot, while The New Arab commended her adept weaving of Emirati folk traditions. The final book in the trilogy is expected to be published in the future.
The Sandsea Trilogy
- The Stardust Thief, Little, Brown Book Group Limited, 2022
- The Ashfire King, Little, Brown Book Group Limited, 2025
External links
Further reading
- The Middle Geeks Interview: Chelsea Abdullah, Author of "The Stardust Thief", Nerds of Color, 2022-05-26
- A Story Built of Stories: PW Talks with Chelsea Abdullah, Publishers Weekly, 2022-03-18