About
An American novelist, short story writer, and screenwriter, he is best known for Empire Falls and Nobody's Fool, both of which were adapted for the screen. His other works include Elsewhere: A Memoir and Bridge of Sighs.
Before Fame
He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree, a Master of Fine Arts degree, and a Doctor of Philosophy degree from the University of Arizona.
Trivia
His 2001 novel, Empire Falls, was awarded the 2002 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction.
Family Life
He grew up in Gloversville, New York. He and his wife, Barbara, later became parents to two daughters.
Associated With
His novel, Nobody's Fool, was made into a 1994 film starring Paul Newman.
