Philipp Meyer
Philipp Meyer grew up in Baltimore, dropped out of high school, and earned his GED at sixteen.
After working as a bike mechanic and trauma center volunteer, he attended Cornell University studying English.
Meyer subsequently held diverse jobs including derivatives trader at UBS, construction worker, and EMT. From 2005-2008, he was a fellow at the Michener Center for Writers in Austin, Texas.
His debut novel, American Rust, received widespread acclaim, appearing on numerous "Best of" lists including The Economist, Washington Post, and New York Times.
Meyer splits his time between Texas and upstate New York, with work published in various literary journals and magazines.
