Carmel Miranda

Carmel Miranda is a Sri Lankan writer, novelist and doctor. She won the Gratiaen Prize for her work Crossmatch (2020).[1]

Biography

She was regarded as bookworm since her early childhood, as she displayed her keen interest as an avid reader by reading books written by Enid Blyton.[2] She also pursued a keen interest in reading comics, including The Adventures of Tintin and Asterix. She also developed a firm interest on the literary works of Agatha Christie.[2]

Career

She attended the St. Bridget's Convent for her primary and secondary education. She pursued her higher education by enrolling at the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Colombo.[2] She studied to become a doctor and after gaining employment as a qualified doctor, she rendered her services at Anuradhapura and Colombo.[2] She then eventually pursued her postgraduate studies in the United Kingdom. Carmel also maintained a rigid work schedule on a rotation basis in West Asia for some time.[2] She also propelled her career prospects as a freelance anaesthetist for a considerable period of time.

References

  1. ↑ "In conversation with Carmel Miranda". britishcouncil.lk. 14 August 2021.
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 "'I always wanted to write a book as compelling as Rebecca'". Print Edition - The Sunday Times, Sri Lanka. Retrieved 2024-11-18.
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