Liz Moore
Liz Moore
Liz Moore is an acclaimed American novelist celebrated for her immersive storytelling and finely drawn characters. A winner of the 2014 Rome Prize in Literature, Moore’s diverse work often explores themes of family, identity, and resilience. Her breakout novel, "Heft," was lauded for its emotional depth, while "Long Bright River" became a New York Times bestseller and earned national acclaim for its sensitive portrait of addiction and sisterhood in Philadelphia. A former musician, Moore’s lyrical background informs her vivid prose and careful pacing. She holds degrees from Barnard College and Hunter College and is currently a professor of creative writing at Temple University. Moore’s writing has appeared in The New York Times, Tin House, and elsewhere. She lives in Philadelphia, where she continues to be inspired by the city’s complexity and hope.
Liz Moore is an acclaimed American novelist celebrated for her immersive storytelling and finely drawn characters. A winner of the 2014 Rome Prize in Literature, Moore’s diverse work often explores themes of family, identity, and resilience. Her breakout novel, "Heft," was lauded for its emotional depth, while "Long Bright River" became a New York Times bestseller and earned national acclaim for its sensitive portrait of addiction and sisterhood in Philadelphia. A former musician, Moore’s lyrical background informs her vivid prose and careful pacing. She holds degrees from Barnard College and Hunter College and is currently a professor of creative writing at Temple University. Moore’s writing has appeared in The New York Times, Tin House, and elsewhere. She lives in Philadelphia, where she continues to be inspired by the city’s complexity and hope.
