Ann Aptaker

Ann Aptaker is a published American author, best known for her fictional novels. Born and raised in New York, Aptaker has had a successful career in the art world as an exhibition designer and curator. She has earned a reputation for her unique approach to art exhibitions, often showcasing works that challenge conventional norms and expectations. Aptaker's exhibitions have received positive reviews in several prestigious publications, including the New York Times, Art in America, and American Art Review.

In addition to her work in the art world, Aptaker is a prolific writer, with a particular interest in historical crime fiction. She brings the same bold and unconventional approach to her writing as she does to her curation work. Aptaker's short stories have been featured in the noir crime anthology Fedora, in its 2003 and 2004 editions, as well as in the online zine Punk Soul Poet. Her writing style is known for its tangy and distinctive voice, making her a standout in the genre.

Aptaker's accomplishments in writing have been recognized with several awards, including the Lambda Literary Award and the Goldie Award. In addition to her work as an author, Aptaker is an adjunct professor of art history at the New York Institute of Technology and an art writer. She is also active on social media, with accounts on Twitter and Instagram, where she interacts with her readers and shares updates on her work.