Jonathan Miles is an accomplished American author, well-known for his works of fiction. He was born in Ohio and has written several novels, some of which have been recognized as Notable Books by the New York Times. His first novel, "Dear American Airlines," was a finalist for several awards and has been translated into six languages. His second novel, "Want Not," was also a finalist for the Mississippi Institute of Arts & Letters Award in Fiction and was named a best or favorite book of 2013 by several publications.
In addition to his work as a novelist, Miles has also had a successful career in journalism. He was a former columnist for the New York Times and has served as a contributing editor to a wide range of national magazines. His journalism has been featured in several anthologies, including the annual Best American Sports Writing and Best American Crime writing anthologies.
Miles is a former longtime resident of Oxford, Mississippi, and currently resides along the Delaware River in rural New Jersey. He continues to write and publish both fiction and non-fiction work. His latest novel, "Anatomy of a Miracle: The True* Story of a Paralyzed Veteran, a Mississippi Convenience Store, a Vatican Investigation, and the Spectacular Perils of Grace," was published by Crown/Hogarth.