Connie Schultz is a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, author, and educator. She serves as a nationally syndicated columnist with Creators Syndicate and holds the position of Professional in Residence in the journalism school at Kent State University, her alma mater. Schultz has authored two memoirs, "Life Happens" and "…And His Lovely Wife," which explore personal and political life with candor and wit. Her debut novel, "The Daughters of Erietown," marked her expansion into fiction upon its publication in 2020.
Schultz's writing career is distinguished by her ability to blend personal narrative with broader social commentary, a skill that earned her journalism's highest honor. Her work often reflects themes of family, resilience, and the complexities of modern life. As a longtime columnist, she has built a reputation for insightful, empathetic storytelling that resonates with a wide audience.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Schultz resides in Cleveland with her husband, U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown, and their two rescue dogs. She is a mother of four and grandmother of seven, balancing her writing career with a rich family life. Her transition from memoir to fiction demonstrates her versatility as a writer, with "The Daughters of Erietown" showcasing her narrative depth in a new genre.