Ferdia Lennon is an Irish author best known for his debut novel, "Glorious Exploits," a Sunday Times bestseller that won the Waterstones Debut Fiction Prize 2024 and the Bollinger Everyman Wodehouse Prize for Comic Fiction. The novel was also adapted for BBC Radio 4, further cementing its critical and popular acclaim. Born and raised in Dublin, Lennon has published short stories in prominent outlets such as The Irish Times and The Stinging Fly, showcasing his talent for blending historical and classical themes with contemporary storytelling.
Lennon holds a BA in History and Classics from University College Dublin and an MA in Prose Fiction from the University of East Anglia, which informs his distinctive narrative style. His work often combines humor, historical depth, and vivid characterization, as seen in "Glorious Exploits." Recognized for his literary contributions, he received Literature Bursary Awards from the Arts Council of Ireland in 2019 and 2021. After living in Paris for many years, Lennon now resides in Norwich with his family, continuing to develop his writing career.