Jami Attenberg, born in 1971, is an American fiction writer and essayist known for her darkly comedic and often poignant novels exploring family dynamics and the complexities of modern life. Her writing style is characterized by sharp dialogue, eccentric characters, and a willingness to tackle uncomfortable truths with a wry, observational tone. Attenberg gained significant recognition with her 2012 novel, The Middlesteins, which became a bestseller and established her as a prominent voice in contemporary fiction.










