Katherine Boo

Katherine Boo is an acclaimed investigative journalist and non-fiction author, best known for her Pulitzer Prize-winning work that explores the lives of individuals living in poverty. Born in Washington D.C., Boo has worked for The Washington Post and The New Yorker, where her compelling narratives and meticulous reporting have earned her widespread recognition. Her debut book, "Behind the Beautiful Forevers," won the National Book Award for Nonfiction and vividly portrays life in a Mumbai slum. Boo’s work focuses on social justice issues and amplifies the voices of marginalized communities, contributing significantly to contemporary journalism and literature.