Jan-Philipp Sendker is a renowned German novelist and journalist, best known for his work in literature and fiction, magical realism, mystery, nonfiction, thriller, and suspense genres. He is particularly famous for his novel series, "The Art of Hearing Heartbeats," which has gained international acclaim and success. Sendker was born in Hamburg, Germany, in 1960 and developed an interest in writing stories and essays at a young age. He began his writing career immediately after finishing school, although he faced some initial challenges in completing his stories.
Sendker's desire to travel and explore the world led him to become a foreign correspondent for Stern magazine in 1990. He reported from the USA and Asia, and his experiences during this time provided inspiration for his writing. In 2000, he published his first novel, "The Art of Hearing Heartbeats," which became an international bestseller. Since then, he has written three further novels, including a sequel to "The Art of Hearing Heartbeats," "A Well-Tempered Heart." In 2013, Sendker received The indies Choice Honor Award in the category Adult Fiction for "The Art of Hearing Heartbeats." He currently lives in Potsdam with his family and is working on the third installment in his China-trilogy.
Sendker's writing journey began at the age of 13 when he wrote an essay in school about his future aspirations, which included writing novels. Although he could not write more than 20 pages on each occasion, he knew he needed some inspiration. He traveled to Paris, and this trip provided him with the inspiration he needed to continue writing. In 2000, he published his first novel, "The Art of Hearing Heartbeats," which was an instant success. Sendker's writing is influenced by his experiences as a foreign correspondent, and his novels often explore themes of love, loss, and the human condition. His work has been translated into over 30 languages, and he has received numerous awards for his writing. Sendker continues to write and publish novels, and his work remains popular with readers worldwide.