Heather Harpham is an American writer and theater performer whose work spans fiction, essays, and stage productions. Born in 1967 and raised in northern California, she now resides in New York. Her debut memoir, "Happiness: The Crooked Little Road to Semi-Ever After," garnered critical acclaim, while her shorter works have appeared in publications such as MORE Magazine, Water-Stone Review, and the Gallatin Review.
Harpham has also made significant contributions to theater, having written and performed six solo plays. Her most recent productions, "Happiness" and "BURNING," have been staged across the United States. Her literary and theatrical achievements have been recognized with awards including the Brenda Ueland Prose Prize, an Independent Artist Grant from the Marin Arts Council, and a grant from the Barbara Deming Memorial Fund for Women.
In addition to her writing and performing career, Harpham teaches at Sarah Lawrence College and SUNY Purchase. Her work often explores themes of resilience, family, and personal transformation, blending narrative depth with emotional honesty.