Shanthi Dissanayake is a distinguished Sri Lankan author known for her evocative and insightful literary works. Her novels often delve into the intricacies of rural life and the human condition, capturing the essence of Sri Lankan culture and society. Some of her notable books include “ගිරිදේවි” (Giridevi), “වරාමල්” (Waramal), and “එරන් ලන්දු” (Eran Landu). Her writing has earned her numerous literary awards and a dedicated readership.