Susan Vreeland is a highly acclaimed American author, born in 1946, who has gained international recognition for her fiction novels. Her work is particularly known for exploring historical fiction centered around art, a theme that features prominently in many of her novels. One of her most well-received works, "The Passion of Artemisia," was published in 2001 and delves into the life of the Italian Baroque painter Artemisia Gentileschi, blending fact and fiction in a compelling narrative.
Vreeland's literary achievements have earned her a place among the most respected authors in her field. She is a four-time winner of the prestigious Theodor Geisel Award for Fiction and has also been honored with the San Diego Book Award's highest honor. Her books have been translated into an impressive 26 languages, further attesting to her global appeal.
In addition to her work as a novelist, Vreeland has also made her mark in the realm of short fiction, with her works appearing in various esteemed journals such as The Missouri Review, Confrontation, New England Review, and Alaska Quarterly Review. Her first novel, "What Love Sees," was adapted into a CBS Sunday Night Movie, demonstrating the broad appeal of her storytelling. Furthermore, Vreeland has shared her knowledge and passion for art and literature by teaching English literature and Art in San Diego public schools.