Tatjana Soli is an accomplished American author, well-known for her historical fiction novels and short stories. She currently resides in the Monterey Peninsula, California, where she continues to write and produce notable works of fiction. Soli's educational background is impressive, having graduated from Stanford University. She also received scholarships to attend the prestigious Bread Loaf Writers Conference and the Sewanee Writers Conference, which she attended after studying at Warren Wilson College.\n \nSoli has earned numerous awards for her writing, including the James Tait Black Memorial Prize for her debut novel, The Lotus Eaters, which was published in 2010. The novel was a finalist for the Los Angeles Book Prize, a New York Times Bestseller, and a New York Times 2010 Notable Book. Soli's second novel, The Forgetting Tree, was also a New York Times Notable Book, demonstrating her ability to produce high-quality work consistently.
Soli's third novel, The Last Good Paradise, was included in The Millions "Most Anticipated" Books of 2015, further solidifying her reputation as a talented writer. Her fourth novel, The Removes, was published by Sarah Crichton Books in June 2018 and was chosen as a New York Times Editors' Choice. Soli's work has been featured in various publications, including The New York Times Book Review. Her writing has captivated audiences and critics alike, making her a respected and celebrated author in the literary world.