John Boyne is a renowned Irish author, novelist, and writer. Born on April 30, 1971, in Dublin, Ireland, Boyne has made a significant impact in the literary world with his works.

He studied English Literature at Trinity College, Dublin, and further honed his craft in Creative Writing at the University of East Anglia, Norwich. In recognition of his contributions, he was awarded an Honorary Doctorate of Letters by UEA in 2015.

Boyne has published sixteen novels for adults, six novels for younger readers, along with two novellas, and a collection of short stories. Among these, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, published in 2006, stands out as a monumental work. It was adapted into a successful film in 2008, and as of 2022, has sold over 11 million copies worldwide. This book has been translated into 58 languages, and its sequel, All the Broken Places, was released in 2022.

Some of his other popular works include The Heart’s Invisible Furies, A Ladder to the Sky, and My Brother’s Name is Jessica. Beyond writing, Boyne contributes as a regular book reviewer for The Irish Times. In 2012, he was honored with the Hennessy Literary ‘Hall of Fame’ Award for his body of work.