David Sheff is an American author, renowned for his insightful interviews with artists, scientists, and pop culture figures, as well as his impactful non-fiction books. Born on December 23, 1955, Sheff has made a significant mark with his work addressing substance addiction.

His memoir, Beautiful Boy: A Father's Journey Through His Son's Addiction, is a heartfelt exploration of his family's challenges with addiction and became a #1 New York Times bestseller. This memoir is based on his article, "My Addicted Son," which received a special award from the American Psychological Association.

David's other notable works include Game Over, China Dawn, All We Are Saying, and The Buddhist on Death Row. His continuous research on addiction earned him a spot on Time Magazine's list of the World's Most Influential People.

A film adaptation of Beautiful Boy was produced, starring Steve Carell and Timothee Chalamet. Following this, his book Clean: Overcoming Addiction and Ending America’s Greatest Tragedy also became a New York Times bestseller, reflecting his extensive investigation into addiction and drug challenges in America.

David Sheff, an alum of the University of California, Berkeley, resides in Northern California with his family. He is also a prominent speaker on addiction and mental health issues, contributing to the conversation through various platforms, including the United Nations.