Steven Konkoly

Steven Konkoly is an acclaimed American author known for his literary fiction and short stories. Born in 1965 in Ohio, Konkoly holds an MFA from the Iowa Writers' Workshop. His debut novel, "The Jakarta Method," won the PEN/Hemingway Award in 2005 and was shortlisted for the National Book Award for Fiction. Konkoly's precise prose and psychological depth are evident in his subsequent works, including "Three Sisters" and "The Murmur of Masks." Konkoly's short story collections, "Iron City" and "Satan's Pilgrims," have garnered critical praise for their haunting and atmospheric narratives. His stories have appeared in "The New Yorker," "Harper's," and "The Paris Review." Konkoly's work has received widespread recognition, including a Guggenheim Fellowship, an O. Henry Award, and the Janet Heidinger Kafka Prize. His fiction often explores themes of identity, love, and the complexities of human nature.