Usha Sherchan is a celebrated poet, lyricist, and fiction writer. She is known for her writings on women and LGBTIQ issues. Ms Sherchan has published three poem collections, one short story collection, five albums containing her lyrics, and a novel ‘Adhi’. With 14 awards and 17 literary recognitions to her credit for her contributions to the field of Nepali literature, she is affiliated with several literary organisations and actively involved in various literary activities in the country.