Jami Attenberg is a successful American author, who was born in Arlington Heights, Illinois, in 1971. She grew up in Buffalo Grove, another town in Illinois, before moving to the Chicago area. Attenberg later relocated to New York City, where she lived for sixteen years, before finding her current home in New Orleans, Louisiana. She is known for her vibrant writing style, which often explores themes of family, relationships, and identity.
Attenberg made her literary debut with a collection of short stories titled "Instant Love," followed by her first novel, "The Kept Man." She has since published several other novels, including "The Melting Season," "The Middlesteins," "Saint Mazie," "All Grown Up," and "All This Could Be Yours." Her work has been praised for its humor, insight, and emotional depth, and she has earned a reputation as a masterful storyteller.
In addition to her work as a novelist, Attenberg is also an accomplished essayist. She has contributed to publications such as the New York Times Magazine, the Wall Street Journal, the Sunday Times, and Longreads. Her writing has been celebrated for its sharp observations and unique perspective, and she has established herself as a leading voice in contemporary American literature.
Attenberg is also the founder of the annual writing project #1000wordsofsummer, which encourages writers to produce 1000 words of new writing each day during the summer months. She has a newsletter called Craft Talk and is currently working on a new novel and a book version of #1000wordsofsummer, both of which are set to be published in 2024. With her talent, dedication, and passion for storytelling, Attenberg continues to inspire and captivate readers with her powerful and moving work.