David Mitchell
Fiction
David Mitchell is an English author born in Southport and raised in Worcestershire.
He studied literature at the University of Kent and spent several years teaching English in Japan.
Mitchell's experiences abroad significantly influenced his writing.
His debut novel, Ghostwritten (1999), won the John Llewellyn Rhys Prize.
His subsequent novels, including number9dream and Cloud Atlas, were shortlisted for prestigious awards.
Mitchell's work is known for its global scope, interconnected narratives, and genre-bending style.
He has been recognized as one of Granta's Best of Young British Novelists and listed among Time Magazine's 100 Most Influential People.
