Laurie Frankel writes novels (reads novels, teaches other people to write novels, and raises a small person who reads and might someday write novels) in Seattle, Washington. She and her husband and daughter live on a nearly vertical hill from which Laurie can watch three different bridges when she’s staring out her windows between worlds.
Laurie’s first novel, The Atlas of Love, was published in 2010, followed in 2012 by Goodbye For Now. This Is How It Always Is is Laurie’s third novel.
Laurie Frankel writes novels (reads novels, teaches other people to write novels, and raises a small person who reads and might someday write novels) in Seattle, Washington. She and her husband and daughter live on a nearly vertical hill from which Laurie can watch three different bridges when she’s staring out her windows between worlds.
Laurie’s first novel, The Atlas of Love, was published in 2010, followed in 2012 by Goodbye For Now. This Is How It Always Is is Laurie’s third novel.
Q&A Session with 2026 Dublin Literary Award shortlisted author Brigitte Giraud, author of Live Fast, exploring the inspirations behind her novel.
VideoMay 12 2026
Laurent Binet – Perspective(s) Q&A
Check out our Q&A with Laurent Binet, author of shortlisted title Perspective(s), as he discusses the inspirations behind his work and reflects on the role libraries have played in shaping his journey
VideoMay 8 2026
Ali Smith – Gliff Q&A
Shortlisted author Ali Smith discusses the creative inspirations behind Gliff and reflects on the significance of libraries throughout her reading and writing life in our latest Q&A.
