Héctor Tobar is a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist, novelist, and weekly columnist for the Los Angeles Times. He is the author of several acclaimed works, including the nonfiction book "Translation Nation" and the novel "The Tattooed Soldier." His writing explores themes of immigration, identity, and the Latin American experience, drawing from his own background as the son of Guatemalan immigrants.
Born and raised in Los Angeles, Tobar has built a career that bridges journalism and literature. His works often reflect his deep connection to the city and his commitment to documenting the lives of its diverse communities. As a journalist, he has earned recognition for his insightful reporting, while his fiction showcases a vivid storytelling style rooted in social realism. Tobar continues to reside in Los Angeles with his family.