Elif Safak is one of the most popular and richest Novelist who was born on October 25, 1971 in Strasbourg, France. Turkish and English author who is known for her prolific career writing both fiction and non-fiction in both languages. She has gained popularity for her unique blend of Western and Eastern traditions, black humor, and fantastical elements in her novels. In 2014, she had her 9th book published in English called The Architect’s Apprentice.
She appeared on The Guardian (UK)’s shortlist for the 2013 Women’s Prize for Fiction list alongside Hilary Mantel.
She was born in Strasbourg, France. Her mother Şafak Atayman became a diplomat later in life.
