Garth Greenwell is a highly acclaimed American author, renowned for his literary contributions in contemporary fiction, poetry, and literary criticism. He was born on March 19, 1978, in Louisville, Kentucky, and went on to study at the Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan, Eastman School of Music, and New York State University at Purchase, where he earned a minor degree in Lesbian & Gay Studies.
Greenwell gained significant recognition with his debut novel, 'What Belongs to You,' which won the British Book Award for Debut of the Year and was longlisted for the National Book Award. The book was also a finalist for several other awards, including the PEN/Faulkner Award, the James Tait Black Memorial Prize, and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. It was named a Best Book of 2016 by over fifty publications in nine countries and is being translated into a dozen languages.
Apart from 'What Belongs to You,' Greenwell has published other notable works, including the 2011 novella 'Mitko' and the standalone novel 'Cleanness.' His short fiction has appeared in esteemed publications such as The New Yorker, The Paris Review, A Public Space, and VICE. Additionally, he has contributed to various media outlets with his literary criticism, including The New Yorker, the London Review of Books, and the New York Times Book Review. Greenwell currently resides in Iowa City, where he continues to contribute to the literary world with his exceptional talents.