How to Write an Autobiographical Novel: Essays

How to Write an Autobiographical Novel by Alexander Chee is a thought-provoking and deeply personal collection of essays that explore the intersections of life, literature, and politics.

Through his examination of formative experiences, including his father's death, the AIDS crisis, 9/11, and the election of Donald Trump, Chee reflects on how we create ourselves in both life and art.

With a commanding and heartbreaking style, he asks difficult questions about the costs of writing and fighting for one's dearest truths.

This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the power of storytelling to shape our understanding of the world and ourselves.