Heather Morris – New Zealand–Australian novelist of the 21st century, author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz and Cilka’s Journey, whose books became international bestsellers. She blends testimony and fiction, focusing on Holocaust survival stories and the importance of memory.
📚 The Tattooist of Auschwitz has been translated into over 40 languages. 🌍 It became a global bestseller across many countries. 📖 Based on the true story of Lale Sokolov, a camp survivor. 🎬 A TV adaptation is currently in development. ✍️ Morris first wrote the story as a screenplay before turning it into a novel. 💬 Lale entrusted her with his memories late in his life. 🖼 Her writing emphasises testimony and remembrance. 🎓 She worked in a hospital as a social worker. 📦 Cilka’s Journey expanded her Holocaust narratives. 🏆 Her books remained on The New York Times bestseller lists for months. 🙂 Funny note: she admitted she never dreamed of being a writer until she met Lale.