Augusten Burroughs is the # 1 bestselling author of Magical Thinking: true stories, Dry: a memoir, Running with Scissors: a memoir and Sellevision, a novel. His books have been published in fifteen countries and both Sellevision and Running with Scissors have been optioned, and are in production, for film. At the time of this writing, Running with Scissors has been on the New York Times bestseller list for over 70 consecutive weeks.

Augusten was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and raised in Western Massachusetts. He now lives in New York City and Western Massachusetts with his partner, Dennis, and their two French Bulldogs, Bentley and The Cow.

Beyond books, Augusten's writing has appeared in newspapers and magazines around the world. In addition, he writes a monthly column for Details magazine and is a regular contributor for National Public Radio's Morning Edition.

Augusten tours extensively to promote his books, both here in the United States and abroad. He speaks at colleges and universities all over the country. And he makes guest appearances on a variety of radio and television shows. Entertainment Weekly has named Augusten to their definitive "It List" as well as honoring him as one of the "15 Funniest People in America."

When not working, Augusten enjoys driving throughout New England, reading books, listening to NPR and spending time with friends.