Angela Flournoy is an American novelist born in Southern California. Known for her deeply immersive and emotionally resonant storytelling, Flournoy's work often explores themes of family, race, and trauma within the context of the American South. Her writing style is characterized by lyrical prose and a focus on the interior lives of her characters, frequently employing multi-perspective narratives to build a complex and nuanced portrayal of her subjects. Flournoy’s debut novel, The Turner House, garnered significant critical acclaim, marking her as a rising star in contemporary fiction.