Mary Laura Philpott is an acclaimed author known for her insightful essays that explore the intersection of the ludicrous and the meaningful in everyday life. Her national bestseller, I Miss You When I Blink (2019), established her as a prominent voice in literature, followed by her memoir Bomb Shelter: Love, Time, and Other Explosives (2022). The latter has not only been celebrated as a "masterwork" by The New York Times but also garnered widespread recognition, including the Southern Book Prize and accolades from Cheryl Strayed's "Wild Reads" Book Club.

Philpott's work has consistently drawn attention from prestigious outlets such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and NPR, to name a few. Her contributions have been deemed notable by the literary community, with selections as an Amazon Editor's Choice, Indie Next pick by booksellers nationwide, and features in esteemed lists like NPR's Best Books of the Year.

In addition to her writing, Philpott has made a mark as an Emmy-winning co-host of A Word on Words, a literary interview program on Nashville Public Television. Previously, she also enriched the book industry through her role as a bookseller. Philpott resides in Nashville, Tennessee, with her family, where she continues to contribute to the landscape of contemporary literature.