Zadie Smith
Born in 1975
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Zadie Smith is an acclaimed English author known for her debut novel, White Teeth, published in 2000.
The book's success catapulted her to literary stardom at a young age, earning critical praise and commercial success.
Smith's writing often explores themes of multiculturalism, identity, and contemporary British society.
Born in 1975 to a Jamaican mother and English father, her mixed heritage influences her work.
Smith has continued to produce critically acclaimed novels, essays, and short stories throughout her career.
In 2010, she became a tenured professor in Creative Writing at New York University, further cementing her status as a respected figure in contemporary literature.