Laura Wiess
Laura Wiess
Full Name and Common Aliases
Laura Wiess is an American author of young adult fiction. Her work often explores complex themes such as family dynamics, relationships, and the struggles of growing up.
Birth and Death Dates
Laura Wiess was born on June 16, 1969.
Nationality and Profession(s)
Wiess's nationality is American, and she works as a novelist, primarily in the young adult genre.
Early Life and Background
Growing up in New York, Laura developed an early interest in writing. Her love for storytelling led her to pursue a career in creative writing. Wiess earned her MFA from the University of Vermont before transitioning into full-time writing.
Major Accomplishments
Wiess's literary breakthrough came with the publication of _Such a Pretty Girl_ (2007), a novel that received critical acclaim and recognition within the young adult community. This success was followed by other notable works, including _How I Saved My Mother's Life_ (2010) and _The Hanging Tree_ (2012). Her novels frequently explore themes of family, relationships, and self-discovery.
Notable Works or Actions
Some of Laura Wiess's most notable works include:
_Such a Pretty Girl_ (2007): A novel that explores the complexities of family dynamics through the story of a young girl struggling with her mother's addiction.
_How I Saved My Mother's Life_ (2010): A collection of short stories that delve into the intricate relationships between mothers and daughters.
* _The Hanging Tree_ (2012): A novel set in the 19th century, exploring themes of love, loss, and survival.
Impact and Legacy
Laura Wiess has made a significant impact on the young adult literary scene with her thought-provoking novels. Her work not only entertains but also educates readers about various aspects of life, including family relationships, mental health, and personal growth.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
Wiess's unique ability to craft relatable characters and narratives has earned her a dedicated following among young adult readers. Her novels are widely read in schools and communities due to their thought-provoking themes and well-developed storylines.
Quotes by Laura Wiess
Physical imperfections have always offended him, but apparently my bad hygiene wasn’t repellent enough. Perhaps Ms. Mues’s full-blown adulthood will be.
My father’s release date was given to all the local cops, school administrators, and youth group leaders.
How can you make someone love you when they won’t? And what if that person happens to be your mother?
My mother plants her hands on her hips, peevish. “Is that the best welcome you can come up with? Why don’t you come over here and give your father a hug?” Hug him? Touch him? How can she even suggest it?
It’s just that instead of erupting and annihilating our tormentors, we destroy ourselves instead.
How can you make someone love you when they won’t? How long are you supposed to keep trying?
What’s the point of obsessing over cholesterol or bike helmets or even cigarettes when the biggest threats to our children are being released back into society every day?
You told us once not to be in such a hurry to grow up, but I don’t see any way we could have avoided it. There was always someone out there ready to carve away another chunk of our innocence. Maybe because theirs was already gone and they couldn’t stand the sight of our ignorant happiness. Because that’s what innocence is, you know. A blissful oblivion of what’s coming, of what you’ll lose and what you’ll gain, and what kind of person you’ll grow up to be.