Chuck Palahniuk is a renowned American author, known for his transgressional fiction, satire, and horror novels. He was born in Pasco, Washington, and grew up in a working-class family. After graduating from the University of Oregon with a degree in journalism, Palahniuk worked a series of odd jobs before turning to fiction writing. His writing career took off with the publication of his debut novel, Fight Club, in 1996.
Fight Club was initially a commercial failure, but its adaptation into a film in 1999 brought widespread attention to Palahniuk's work. The film, directed by David Fincher and starring Brad Pitt and Edward Norton, became a cult classic and drove sales of the novel. Following the success of Fight Club, Palahniuk published several novels, including Survivor and Invisible Monsters in 1999, and Choke in 2001, which became his first New York Times bestseller. Palahniuk's work often draws from his personal experiences, and his novel Lullaby, published in 2002, was written as a way to cope with the tragic death of his father.
Palahniuk's novels typically feature characters who are struggling with various problems and situations, making them relatable to readers who may be going through similar experiences. His writing style is minimalist, and he often uses humor and satire to explore dark themes. Palahniuk's novels include Snuff, Rant, Haunted, Lullaby, Fight Club, Diary, Survivor, Invisible Monsters, and Choke, as well as non-fiction works like Fugitives and Refugees and Stranger Than Fiction. He is known for his dedication to his fans and has taught writing workshops, offering advice and insights into his craft. Palahniuk currently lives in the Pacific Northwest and continues to write and publish fiction and non-fiction works.