Author Profile

Phil Klay

Phil Klay is an acclaimed American author celebrated for his poignant explorations of the complexities of war and its aftermath. His debut collection of short stories, *Redeployment*, earned the prestigious National Book Award for Fiction in 2014 and established him as a voice of profound insight and empathy. Recognized as a 5 Under 35 honoree by the National Book Foundation, Klay continued to impress with his 2020 novel, *Missionaries*, which garnered accolades as one of Barack Obama’s favorite reads of the year and featured in The Wall Street Journal's Ten Best Books. Readers trust Klay's recommendations for their authentic portrayal of the human experience, rooted in his own military background and literary prowess. Read more on Wikipedia →