
Rosetta Allan is a multi-talented writer with a passion for poetry that began in her formative years. Rosetta honed her skills and achieved recognition through prestigious awards such as the Kathleen Grattan Poetry and the Metonymy Poetry Awards. In 2017, Rosetta solidified her commitment to her craft by earning a Master of Creative Writing with First-Class Honours First Division from the University of Auckland. Her talent and dedication were duly acknowledged with the coveted Wallace Trust Scholarship. Beyond her writing, Rosetta has embraced her role as a mentor, teacher, and manuscript assessor, sharing her knowledge and guiding aspiring writers on their creative journeys. As an essayist, she fearlessly explores intricate subjects, delving into the complexities of the human experience. Rosetta also is an experienced public speaker. Rosetta's literary contributions extend across various genres. Her two volumes of poetry, "Little Rock" (2007) and "Over Lunch" (2010), showcase her ability to weave evocative imagery and lyrical prose. However, it is her three novels, "Purgatory" (2014), "The Unreliable People" (2019), and "Crazy Love" (2021), published by Penguin Random House NZ, that have garnered widespread acclaim, securing spots on best-seller lists and captivating readers worldwide.