Susanna Tamaro is an Italian novelist and film director. Born on December 12, 1957, she has made significant contributions to both literature and film.

She is renowned for her novel Va' dove ti porta il cuore (Follow Your Heart), which became a worldwide bestseller. This influential work has been translated into 44 languages and earned her the 1994 Premio Donna Città di Roma.

In addition to novels, Tamaro has written stories, magazine articles, and children's literature, showcasing her versatility as a writer.