About S. S. Jain-Patel

What happens when a multicultural expert who has handled the most important million-dollar artworks of South and Southeast Asian culture decides to craft her own stories? As a third-culture kid and Fulbright scholar fluent in three languages, I bring the same meticulous research and cultural authenticity to my sci-fi romantasy trilogy that has made me a trusted voice in the art world. The Navagraha Trilogy isn't just entertainment—it's a bridge between worlds, written by someone who has spent her career understanding how cultures preserve and share their most precious stories.

Ready for an adventure that honors tradition while breaking new ground? Follow my writing journey and be the first to know when the trilogy launches.

Author Accolades

  • Finalist at YWCA-GCR's 9th Annual BraVa! (“My Support System”)

  • WSJ-bestselling author (“Beyond Diversity”)

  • Second-rounder, Austin Film Festival (“Sara/Swati”)

Content Advisory Services

Feel free to reach out to Sandhya if you need any content advisory for your storytelling. Her expertise in multicultural narratives and authentic representation can help bring depth and authenticity to your creative projects.

A South Asian woman smiles at the camera, wearing a pink and blue kurta.