N. P. Muhammed, born in 1929 in Kozhikode, was resident editor to Kerala Kaumudi for a brief period. Honoured with Lalithambika Antharjanam award for overall contribution in literature.

Important Works:
Maram, Hiranyakasipu, Arabipponnu (joint venture with M. T), Saraswathiyum Pukakkuzhalum, Maannushiakam, Mantahasathinte Maunarodhanam.

Awards / honours:
• Madras Government Award -Thoppiyum Thattakavum.
• Kerala Sahitya Akadami Award - Presidentinte Aadyathe Maranam (short story)
• Kerala Sahitya Akadami Award: Ennapadam (novel)
• Kerala Sahitya Akadami Award: Avar Nalu Per (children's literature)
• Kendra Sahitya Akadami Parishat Award: Daivathinte Kannu