Justin Torres

Justin Torres is an acclaimed American author, best known for his debut novel "We the Animals," which was recognized for its raw, lyrical portrayal of a mixed-race family growing up in upstate New York. Born in 1980, Torres’s work often explores themes of identity, family dynamics, and self-discovery. He has published short stories in renowned publications like The New Yorker and Granta. A graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop, Torres has received several awards, including the Rolón United States Artist Fellowship in Literature. He has taught at prestigious institutions like Columbia University and The University of California, Los Angeles.