Ben Loory

Ben Loory is an accomplished American short fiction author, best known for his collections "Tales of Falling and Flying" and "Stories for Nighttime and Some for the Day." Hailing from Los Angeles, California, Loory has also authored several other novels and a children's picture book. His short fiction has been featured in prestigious publications such as The New Yorker, Tin House, and The Antioch Review, as well as performed at WordTheater in London and Los Angeles. His titles have been translated into several languages, highlighting his international appeal.

Loory's passion for storytelling can be traced back to his childhood, where he was raised in a household filled with books, as both of his parents were English teachers. Despite the absence of a television at home, Loory found joy in watching cartoons at his friends' homes during the weekends. One of his most cherished works from his parents' library was Aesop's fables, which significantly influenced his later writing. His exposure to a wide range of literary works during his formative years laid the foundation for his successful career as a professional author.

"Stories for Nighttime and Some for the Day" was a selection of the Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers Program and was named one of the 10 Best Fiction Books of the Year by Hudson Booksellers. "Tales of Falling and Flying" was named a Favorite Book of 2017 by the staff of the Paris Review and one of the 50 Best Fantasy Books of All Time by Esquire Magazine. Loory's work has also been recognized by literary heavyweights, with Ray Bradbury praising his writing as "This guy can write!"

In addition to his two short story collections, Loory is also the author of a children's picture book, "The Baseball Player and the Walrus." He is a graduate of Harvard and the American Film Institute and currently resides in Los Angeles, where he teaches short story writing. Loory's contributions to the literary world have left an indelible mark, and his work will continue to captivate audiences for years to come.