Tessa Hadley

Tessa Hadley is a highly acclaimed British novelist, renowned for her keen insight into family relationships and the profound impact they can have on individuals' lives. She has won numerous awards for her work, including the Windham-Campbell Literature Prize, which has solidified her reputation as one of the best contemporary writers to emerge from England.

Hadley is the author of several highly praised novels, including Accidents in the Home, which was long-listed for the Guardian First Book Award; Everything Will Be All Right; The Master Bedroom; and The London Train, which was a New York Times Notable Book. She has also published two collections of short stories, Sunstroke and Married Love, both of which were New York Times Notable Books. Her short stories are frequently featured in the New Yorker, a testament to her enduring popularity and critical acclaim.

Beyond her work as a writer, Hadley is also a dedicated teacher of literature and creative writing at Bath Spa University in Cardiff, Wales. She is known for her ability to inspire and nurture new talent, while also continuing to produce her own highly regarded work. Despite her success, Hadley remains a humble and dedicated artist, committed to exploring the complexities of human relationships and the enduring power of family ties.