I’m absolutely thrilled to share that my debut YA novel, Odd Girl Out, has been nominated for the Carnegie Medal for Writing 2026!

The Carnegies are among the most prestigious awards in children’s and young adult literature, celebrating outstanding writing that inspires and empowers young readers. To be recognised alongside so many incredible authors whose work I deeply admire is both humbling and exhilarating.

Odd Girl Out tells the story of a British-Bangladeshi teenager navigating friendship, identity, and belonging while trying to find her voice in a world that often misunderstands her. Seeing this story resonate with readers – and now being recognised by the Carnegie judges – is beyond anything I could have imagined when I first started writing it.

This nomination is a testament not only to the power of diverse storytelling but also to the readers, teachers, librarians, and booksellers who have embraced Odd Girl Out and shared it so passionately. Your support means the world.

A massive THANK YOU to everyone who has read, recommended, and championed the book since its release.

Stay tuned for more updates as the Carnegie journey continues – and thank you, from the bottom of my heart, for being part of it.