Zara Uzun Kjellner

Zara Uzun Kjellner is a Swedish-Kurdish author, director, and cultural journalist born in 1992. She is known for her exploration of themes related to identity, language, and the Kurdish experience in her works. Her recent novel, 'Radio Yerevan,' reflects on her Kurdish heritage and the complexities of diaspora life, drawing inspiration from her family's history and the cultural narratives of the Kurdish community. Through her writing, she addresses the challenges faced by Kurds in contemporary society, particularly in relation to cultural expression and political issues.