Junaith Aboobaker

Junaith Aboobaker, born in Kerala, India, is the author of three novels, a short story collection and a poetry collection. His short stories have been published in online and print media. His work is highly acclaimed in the Malayalam literary commnity for its rich imagery, unique narrative style, and politically significant subject.

His first novel, Ponon Gombe, is set in Africa. It follows the life of a Muslim man and his inability to readjust to society post-incarceration. It highlights the physical and psychological trauma he endures during his confinement under the CIA. His second novel, titled Saharaaveeyem, deals with Morocco's history and politics. Both books deal with highly controversial topics, and his stories and the portrayal of his protagonists are compelling.