Bernardine Evaristo is a British author known for her innovative storytelling and exploration of diverse identities. She was born on December 28, 1957, in London, England, to a Nigerian father and an English mother. Evaristo's work often highlights themes of race, gender, and sexuality, reflecting her own multicultural background. In 2019, she gained international acclaim for her novel Girl, Woman, Other, which won the Booker Prize and was celebrated for its unique narrative style. Evaristo is also a prominent advocate for underrepresented voices in literature and has contributed to various literary initiatives and organizations.