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  • The Writer

    Jami Attenberg

    Dec 12, 2019 2 minutes
    By ALLISON FUTTERMAN

    t’s no surprise that before its publication in October, by Jami Attenberg graced many “most anticipated” and “best books of fall” book lists. Her bestselling novels often do. Attenberg’s work has been published in 16 languages, optioned by film companies, received starred reviews from critics, and been nominated for literary prizes. Set in New Orleans, where Attenberg has lived for the – fully immerses the reader into the Tuchmans’ world. And it certainly is an engrossing world, full of dysfunction, personal struggles, and secrets. The author of six novels and one short story collection, Attenberg is also a talented essayist and is currently at work on her first book of essays.

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