Wally Lamb – an American novelist, author of «She’s Come Undone» and «I Know This Much Is True», both chosen by Oprah’s Book Club. His stories dive into family struggles, mental illness, and the search for identity. He also taught literature and ran writing programs for prison inmates.
✨ His debut was rejected many times before becoming a bestseller. 📖 Oprah picked his novels twice, catapulting him to fame. 🎓 Spent years as a high school English teacher. 📚 His books are translated worldwide and taught in universities. 🖊️ Known for writing slowly – one book took nearly a decade. 🏢 Led a writing workshop for women in prison. 📺 «I Know This Much Is True» was adapted into a TV series starring Mark Ruffalo. 🌍 His work often blends psychology with trauma narratives. 📖 He calls writing his therapy. ☕ Loves writing in cafés while people-watching. 😄 Once joked his characters suffer far more than he does – and he’s grateful for that.