Ali Smith

Born in 1962
  • Ali Smith is a Scottish writer known for her innovative and poetic prose.

  • Born in Inverness to working-class parents, she studied at Aberdeen and Cambridge universities.

  • Smith's writing career began after a bout with chronic fatigue syndrome forced her to leave her lecturing job.

  • Her works often explore themes of identity, language, and social issues.

  • Smith has received critical acclaim and numerous literary awards for her novels and short stories.

  • She lives in Cambridge with her partner Sarah Wood, to whom she dedicates all her books.

  • Smith's unique style and ability to capture contemporary issues have established her as a prominent figure in modern British literature.

Books by Ali Smith