Natalia Sylvester is a highly acclaimed author, born in Lima, Peru, and raised in South Florida and the Rio Grande Valley in Texas. She earned her ABA in creative writing from the University of Miami, showcasing her passion for writing at an early stage. Sylvester is known for her exceptional ability to write novels, essays, and poetry, which has earned her numerous awards and recognitions.
Sylvester's work has received significant accolades, including being named the Best Debut Book of 2014 by Latinidad Magazine for her novel "Chasing the Sun." Her second novel, "Everyone Knows You Go Home," won an International Latino Book Award and the 2019 Jesse H. Jones Award for Best Work of Fiction from the Texas Institute of Letters. Her debut YA novel, "Running," was a 2020 Junior Library Guild Selection and her sophomore YA, "Breathe and Count Back From Ten," was released in May 2022 from HarperCollins/Clarion Books.
In addition to her novels, Sylvester's essays have been featured in various publications such as the New York Times, Bustle, Catapult, Latina magazine, and McSweeney’s Publishing. Her work has been widely anthologized, showcasing her versatility and talent as a writer. Sylvester's commitment to her craft has earned her a reputation as a formidable author in the literary world. She currently resides in South Florida, where she continues to write and create captivating stories.