Sara Maurer
Sara Maurer makes her literary debut with A Good Animal, a coming-of-age novel published by St. Martin's Press in February 2026.
The book is set in Sault Ste.
Marie in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, where Maurer currently resides with her family.
Her writing has drawn comparisons to Barbara Kingsolver and Ann Patchett, though reader opinions vary on these parallels.
Reviewers consistently praise her debut as showcasing phenomenal talent, with many expressing strong interest in her future work.
Her authentic depiction of Upper Peninsula farm life reflects her personal connection to the region and rural Midwestern culture.
