The Explosive Rise of UK Author Omara Williams Omara Williams' background in nuclear engineering sparked an unlikely chain reaction that led to the publication of a critically-acclaimed sci-fi novel. 2 December 2024 Growing up in Havana, Cuba, my childhood was defined by an insatiable curiosity about the natural world and the Universe's vast mysteries. I devoured books on astronomy, physics, and chemistry, often supplementing my reading with scribbled notes and imaginative stories. This dual passion for science and storytelling laid the foundation for what would become my future career.