Therese Anne Fowler is a highly acclaimed American author, well-known for her work in contemporary and historical fiction. She has achieved significant success in her writing career, with several of her books becoming New York Times and USA Today bestsellers. Fowler's writing is characterized by her ability to create intriguing characters and place them in challenging situations that often involve cultural and familial pressures.
Born in Illinois, Fowler pursued her undergraduate studies in sociology and cultural anthropology before earning her MFA in creative writing from North Carolina State University. Her passion for writing and storytelling is evident in her work, which has captivated readers and critics alike. Fowler's writing covers a range of themes, from historical fiction to contemporary stories, and she has a knack for creating characters that are both relatable and memorable.
One of Fowler's most notable works is the historical fiction novel, "Z: A Novel of Zelda Fitzgerald," which was published in 2013. The novel explores the life of Zelda Fitzgerald, the wife of famous author F. Scott Fitzgerald, and has been adapted into a TV show by Amazon Studios and Killer Films. The series, titled "Z: The Beginning of Everything," was broadcast in January 2017 and features actors David Hoflin and Christina Ricci in the lead roles.
Fowler is happily married to novelist John Kessel and they live together in Wake Forest, North Carolina, with their sons. In addition to "Z: A Novel of Zelda Fitzgerald," Fowler has written several other critically acclaimed books, including "Reunion," "A Good Neighborhood," "Souvenir," and "Exposure." Her writing continues to captivate readers and critics alike, and she is widely regarded as one of the most talented authors in contemporary American fiction.