Augusten Burroughs

Augusten Burroughs is an American bestselling memoirist and author known for his darkly humorous, unapologetically candid accounts of an unconventional and turbulent upbringing. Born in Pittsburgh, he rose to literary prominence with his barrier-breaking 2002 memoir.

He is best known for Running with Scissors, which spent over two years on the New York Times bestseller list and was adapted into a major motion picture starring Annette Bening. His other celebrated memoirs include Dry, detailing his battle with alcoholism, Magical Thinking, and Lust & Wonder.

Burroughs’s distinctive blend of razor-sharp wit and harrowing emotional vulnerability has redefined contemporary memoir writing. His books have resonated with millions of readers navigating personal adversity.