Alice Hoffman is an American novelist renowned for her magical realism and exploration of family, love, and folklore. Born in 1952, she began her writing career after a career as a kindergarten teacher. Her writing style is characterized by lyrical prose, richly imagined settings, and a deep engagement with the traditions and beliefs of her characters. Hoffman gained widespread recognition with her 1995 novel Practical Magic, which blends contemporary family drama with elements of witchcraft and spellcasting, and spawned a successful film adaptation and franchise.






























































































