Mariyam Ismail is the daughter of Abdul Rahiman and Nafeesa, residing in Pakkaladka, Mangalore

She is a distinguished writer and authored several books.

Kannada Story Books

• Novu Nalivu and Shoonya
• Kannada Drama Books:
• Maduve Market

Beary Books

• Oonu Theen
• Naati Marand
• Kuraase

Translations

• Rani Abbakka
• Koti Chennayya
• Modali