Author Introduction 

Deepa Anappara is an Indian author and journalist, acclaimed for her debut novel Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line (2020), which was shortlisted for multiple awards.

Early Life & Background

Born and raised in Kerala, Anappara worked for over a decade as a journalist in India, reporting on education, poverty, and child rights, particularly in underprivileged communities. She later pursued a master’s degree in creative writing at the University of East Anglia, UK.

Writing Journey

Her experiences as a journalist deeply shaped her fiction. Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line reflects her concern with children’s voices and marginalized urban lives, combining investigative realism with imaginative storytelling.

Published Works

• Djinn Patrol on the Purple Line (2020).
  

Writing Style & Themes

Anappara’s writing blends innocence with social critique. Themes include childhood, poverty, systemic failure, and resilience amidst adversity.

Achievements & Recognition

• Longlisted for the Booker Prize (2020).
• Winner of the Lucy Cavendish Fiction Prize (2019).
• The book was translated into over 20 languages.
  

Beyond Writing

Anappara continues to engage in literary and journalistic work, focusing on marginalized communities.

Quotes / Philosophy

“Children’s voices carry truths that adults often overlook—they see the world with clarity even in chaos.”