“I think literary theory satisfied a deep love I have for big, encompassing narratives about the world and how it works - which are usually, in the end, more creative visions unto themselves than illuminating explanations.”

American novelist and short story writer, her work spans the late 20th and early 21st centuries. She is best known for her experimental fiction, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning novel *A Visit from the Goon Squad*, which explores time, memory, and human connection through interconnected narratives. Her writing often blends literary depth with innovative form.