Alina Grabowski

Alina Grabowski is an American author known for her debut novel *Women and Children First* (2023), a linked story collection set in a working-class Massachusetts town. The book explores intergenerational trauma, motherhood, and the complicated bonds between women in a tight-knit community. Grabowski's writing is characterized by its emotional depth, vivid sense of place, and compassionate portrayal of characters navigating loss and resilience. *Women and Children First* received critical acclaim and was longlisted for the Center for Fiction First Novel Prize. Grabowski's work has also appeared in various literary magazines. She teaches creative writing and brings a nuanced perspective to contemporary American fiction.