Lisa Ko

Lisa Ko is an acclaimed author best known for her debut novel, "The Leavers," which was a finalist for the National Book Award for Fiction in 2017. Her work explores themes of identity, cultural dislocation, and the immigrant experience. Ko's writing has appeared in esteemed publications like the New York Times and BuzzFeed. A graduate of Wesleyan University, her talent has been acknowledged with a PEN/Bellwether Prize for Socially Engaged Fiction. Ko, who possesses a deep commitment to narrative diversity and inclusivity, continues to influence the literary world with her insightful storytelling and unique perspective.