Sophie van Llewyn is a renowned author of historical fiction, born in Romania but currently residing in Germany. She has made a significant impact in the literary world with her unique storytelling style and compelling narratives. Van Llewyn is best known for her novella-in-flash, "Bottled Goods," published by Fairlight Books in the UK, Harper Perennial in the USA and Canada. The novella has been longlisted for prestigious awards such as the Women's Prize for Fiction 2019, the Republic of Consciousness Prize 2019, and the People's Book Prize.
Van Llewyn's work has been featured in numerous print and online journals, including The Guardian, New Delta Review, Ambit, Litro, New South, Banshee, and The Lonely Crowd. Her exceptional writing skills have earned her recognition in various competitions, with one of her pieces being shortlisted for the Bath Flash Fiction Award. Furthermore, her work has been nominated for several notable awards, such as the Pushcart Prize, Best Small Fictions, Best Microfiction, and Best of the Net.
In addition to her writing, van Llewyn has also contributed to the literary community as a co-editor for the National Flash Fiction Day Anthology in 2020. This role demonstrates her commitment to fostering the growth and development of other writers and her dedication to the literary world. Her residency as a Flash Fiction Writer at TSS Publishing from September 2018 to March 2019 further highlights her impact and influence in the literary community.