Nancy Yi Fan was born on August 26, 1993 in Beijing, China. She spent the first seven years of her life in Beijing, immersing herself in the culture and beauty of her birthplace. At the age of seven, her family made the life-changing decision to move to the United States, settling first in New York and later in Florida. It was during this time that Nancy discovered her love for writing and storytelling.
At the young age of ten, Nancy embarked on a writing journey that would change her life forever. Inspired by the natural beauty of her surroundings and her Chinese heritage, she began writing her first novel, Swordbird. By the time she was eleven, Nancy had completed the novel, a remarkable achievement for someone so young.
When Nancy was just thirteen years old, Swordbird was published and quickly became a New York Times bestseller. This incredible success thrust Nancy into the spotlight, making her one of the youngest bestselling authors in history. Following the success of Swordbird, Nancy went on to write and publish a prequel and a sequel: Sword Quest in 2008 and Sword Mountain in 2012.
Despite her newfound fame as a writer, Nancy remained dedicated to her education. She began her undergraduate studies at Harvard University, where she continued to excel academically while balancing her writing career.
Nancy's talent and dedication did not go unnoticed. She was invited to appear on the Oprah Winfrey show in a segment featuring the most intelligent children in the world. This recognition only served to cement Nancy's status as a prodigious talent in the literary world.
Throughout her career, Nancy Yi Fan has inspired countless young writers to pursue their passions and dreams. Her story serves as a reminder that age is no barrier to success and that determination and hard work can lead to incredible achievements. Nancy's novels continue to captivate readers of all ages, proving that talent truly knows no bounds.