Jennifer Longo

Jennifer Longo's third novel, WHAT I CARRY (Random House Books) published January 21, 2020 and won the 2021 WASHINGTON STATE BOOK AWARD. “The power of relationship—both those experienced and those denied—is expertly explored throughout this novel with nuance and humanity... An exceptional addition to the coming-of-age canon.” —Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewd. Jen's debut novel SIX FEET OVER IT ("Superb" - Kirkus, Starred) published August 2014 (Random House Books). UP TO THIS POINTE ("A stunning love letter to Ballet and San Francisco" - Shelf Awareness, Starred) published January 2016 (Random House Books). A California native, Jennifer holds a BA in Acting from San Francisco State University and an MFA in Writing For Theatre from Humboldt State University. A San Francisco transplant, Jennifer lives with her husband and daughter on an island near Seattle, Washington. Join her for book talk and tour dates at www.jenlongo.com.