Natasmi started writing short stories at the age of 9 years old with the encouragement of her grandmother. She began writing Umbrella Girl at age 15 and finished it at age 17. This...view moreNatasmi started writing short stories at the age of 9 years old with the encouragement of her grandmother. She began writing Umbrella Girl at age 15 and finished it at age 17. This is her first novel. She has just finished her IGCSEs and is now doing her A-levels for literature, law, and psychology.view less