Basma Abdel Aziz is an Egyptian author and journalist known for her thought-provoking works that often explore themes of politics, society, and human rights. She gained recognition for her novel, The Queue, which presents a dystopian view of life in Egypt following the 2011 revolution. Her writing reflects her deep engagement with the socio-political landscape of her country. In addition to her fiction, Abdel Aziz has contributed to various publications, addressing issues such as freedom of expression and the challenges faced by women in the Arab world. Her work has earned her a place among contemporary voices in Arab literature.