Crafting Stories That Resonate

Award-winning author specializing in contemporary fiction and thought-provoking narratives.

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About Elena

About Me

With over a decade of writing experience, I've dedicated my career to exploring the human condition through fiction. My work has been recognized with multiple literary awards and has been translated into 12 languages.

When I'm not writing, you can find me conducting workshops, speaking at literary festivals, or hiking in the Pacific Northwest for inspiration.

National Book Award

2022 Winner

PEN/Faulkner

Finalist 2021

My Books

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The Silent Echo
Bestseller

The Silent Echo

Literary Fiction

A haunting exploration of memory and loss set in coastal Maine.

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Midnight Crossroads
New Release

Midnight Crossroads

Contemporary

Three strangers' lives intersect during one transformative night in New Orleans.

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The Art of Forgetting

The Art of Forgetting

Historical Fiction

A sweeping family saga spanning from 1920s Paris to modern-day San Francisco.

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Writing Blog

Thoughts on craft, creativity, and the writing life

Overcoming Writer's Block
June 15, 2023

Overcoming Writer's Block: 5 Unconventional Techniques

When traditional methods fail, these creative approaches can help break through creative barriers.

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Character Development
May 28, 2023

The Psychology of Compelling Characters

How to create fictional people that feel authentic and stay with readers long after they finish your book.

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Overcoming Writer's Block
June 15, 2023

Why a read real books

Reading books may have several physical and mental benefits. These include strengthening you….

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