About the Author

Mala was born and brought up in Mumbai, India. In 1999, she moved to Singapore where she lives with her husband, two children, and Labrador, Magic. She enjoys walking, cycling, dancing, and golf – and is very particular about living a healthy and fit life.​

 

She published a book in the early 2000s, titled History of Painting for Young Readers, and contributed the column ‘Art Beat’ for Young World - the children’s supplement of the Hindu newspaper. She also contributed to company newsletters and promotional materials.​

 

Padma is her second novel, and her first literary fiction.​

 

Mala works with her husband in their shipping and logistics company, Transworld Group Singapore. Her other interests include event planning – both commercially as well as for charity.