Jess Kidd

Jess Kidd is an award-winning author who grew up in London as part of a large family from County Mayo, Ireland. She holds a PhD in Creative Writing from St. Mary's University and has worked in various roles, including as a support worker specializing in acquired brain injury. Known for her unique fictional voice that blends elements of crime, mystery, and magical realism, she is the author of several acclaimed novels, including 'Himself', 'The Hoarder' (also published as 'Mr. Flood's Last Resort'), 'Things in Jars', and 'The Night Ship'.