Robin Sloan is a successful American author, widely recognized for his unique and captivating literary works. He was born near Detroit and later went on to attend Athens High School, where he graduated in 1998. Sloan's passion for literature led him to Michigan State University, where he pursued a major in economics and became a founding member of the literary magazine known as The Oats.
Sloan's literary career took off with the publication of his first novel, Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, which quickly gained popularity and critical acclaim. The book follows the story of a former Silicon Valley worker who begins working at a mysterious local bookstore with a small customer base. As the protagonist delves deeper into the world of the bookstore, he uncovers a series of secrets that lead him to a five-hundred-year-old society.
In addition to Mr. Penumbra's 24-Hour Bookstore, Sloan is also the author of the novel Sourdough. He has established himself as a skilled storyteller, weaving together elements of technology, mystery, and literature to create engaging and thought-provoking narratives. Sloan currently splits his time between the San Francisco Bay Area and the San Joaquin Valley, where he continues to work on new and exciting literary projects.