Gail Honeyman

Gail Honeyman is a Scottish author who achieved international literary acclaim with her debut novel. Before turning to full-time writing, she worked in civil service and higher education administration in Glasgow and Oxford.

She is best known as the author of the sensationally successful debut novel Eleanor Oliphant Is Completely Fine, which won the Costa Debut Novel Award and was translated into dozens of languages worldwide.

Honeyman’s poignant, witty exploration of loneliness, mental health, and human connection captured the hearts of millions of readers. She remains a celebrated voice in contemporary literary fiction.