Biography of Laura Pedersen

Laura Pedersen was the youngest columnist for the The New York Times. Her first novel, Going Away Party, won the Three Oaks Prize for Fiction. Beginner's Luck was selected by Barnes & Noble for "Discover Great New Writers," by Borders for "Original Voices," and by the Literary Guild as an alternate selection. Additional titles include Last Call, Heart's Desire, The Big Shuffle, and The Sweetest Hours. Laura has appeared on "Oprah," "Good Morning America," "Primetime Live," "The Today Show," and David Letterman. She's performed stand-up comedy at "The Improv" and writes material for several well-known comedians. LauraPedersenBooks.com.