Richard Fifield is a Montana-based author, best known for his debut novel "The Flood Girls." Fifield's interest in reading and writing began at a young age, as he devoured his family's TV Guide and discovered his sister's hidden stash of romance novels. These early reading experiences helped Fifield realize his homosexuality and ignite his passion for literature. Despite the forbidden nature of some of the books he discovered, such as those by Jackie Collins and V.C. Andrews, Fifield's mother, who owned a gas station, did not restrict his reading habits. This freedom allowed Fifield to explore a wide range of literature and ultimately inspired him to pursue a career as an author.
Fifield is a prolific writer, with two published books and a compilation of memoirs to his name. His debut novel, "The Flood Girls," received critical acclaim and was chosen as a Target Book of the Month in 2016. In 2019, Fifield edited "We Leave The Flowers Where They Are," a collection of memoirs by Montana women, with proceeds going towards arts advocacy programs for underserved women in the state. Fifield's most recent work, "The Small Crimes Of Tiffany Templeton," is a YA novel published by Penguin/Razorbill. Kirkus Reviews praised the book for its "quirky, unpredictable characters and intriguing plot."
Fifield is an active member of the Missoula, Montana community, where he currently resides. He graduated from Sarah Lawrence College with an MFA and worked for twenty years as a social worker for adults with intellectual disabilities. In addition to writing, Fifield volunteers as a creative writing teacher, creates haute couture, and cares for his rescue dogs. He is passionate about interacting with readers and is grateful for their support, as he is a fan of many authors himself.