Gabrielle Glaser is a New York Times bestselling author and journalist known for her incisive reporting on health, culture, and social trends. Her critically acclaimed book, "Her Best-Kept Secret: Why Women Drink and How They Can Regain Control," explores the rising rates of alcohol consumption among women and offers a nuanced examination of recovery options. She has also authored "Strangers to the Tribe: Portraits of Interfaith Marriage" and "The Nose: A Profile of Sex, Beauty, and Survival," showcasing her versatility in tackling complex societal issues.
Glaser began her career as a news assistant at The New York Times before working as a reporter for the Associated Press in Baltimore and Warsaw. Her international reporting extended to contributions for The Economist, The Dallas Morning News, and National Public Radio. A recipient of the Missouri Lifestyle Journalism Award for her investigative piece "Sending Black Babies North," she has written extensively on adoption, interfaith relationships, and medical trends. Her articles have appeared in prominent outlets such as The Atlantic, The Washington Post, and ScientificAmerican.com, reflecting her expertise in health and cultural journalism.
Raised in Tangent, Oregon, Glaser studied history at Stanford University, earning both a bachelor's and master's degree. Her early experiences on her family's farm and exposure to diverse influences shaped her observational storytelling style. She has taught feature writing at Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism and remains a sought-after commentator on national media platforms.