Quotes by Ayu Utami

About Ayu Utami:


Ayu Utami is an Indonesian writer. She has written novels, short-stories, and articles. Saman (1998) is widely considered her masterpiece. It was translated into English by Pamela Allen in 2005. By writing about sex and politics, Utami addressed issues formerly forbidden to Indonesian women, a change referred to as sastra wangi.

Author Bio


  • NameAyu Utami
  • DescriptionIndonesian writer
  • BornNovember 21, 1968
  • CountryIndonesia
  • ProfessionJournalist
  • AwardsPrince Claus Awards