Ann Napolitano is a highly accomplished author of literary and historical fiction, best known for her New York Times bestselling novels. She has an MFA from New York University and has put her writing skills to use as a teacher, imparting her knowledge at Brooklyn College, NYU's School of Continuing and Professional Studies, and Gotham Writers’ Workshop.
Napolitano's work has received significant recognition and acclaim. Her novel "Dear Edward" was named one of the best books of 2020 by several prestigious publications, including The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, and Real Simple. Her upcoming novel, "Hello Beautiful," is already generating buzz, named as one of the most anticipated books of 2023 by various media outlets. In addition to her success as a novelist, Napolitano served as the Associate Editor of One Story literary magazine from 2014 to 2020. She has also been honored with a long-listing for the Simpson/Joyce Carol Oates Literary Prize in November 2019.
"Dear Edward" was not only a critical success but also a commercial one, becoming an instant New York Times bestseller. It was also selected for Jenna Bush Hager's Read with Jenna book club and was adapted into an Apple TV+ series starring Connie Britton. The novel has been published in numerous countries, with twenty-six international publishers. Her other works, "A Good Hard Look" and "Within Arm’s Reach," have also contributed to her reputation as a gifted storyteller. Despite her achievements, Napolitano remains committed to her craft, continuing to teach fiction writing and working on her upcoming projects.