Mitch Albom

Mitch Albom is one of the most beloved and critically acclaimed authors of recent times. His books, which explore the topics of death, life, family, spirituality, and sports, have sold over 35 million copies worldwide and have been translated into over forty-five languages. He is the bestselling author of Tuesdays with Morrie and The Five People You Meet in Heaven.

Originally a sportswriter, Albom first gained recognition with his column in the Detroit Free Press. A graduate of Brandeis and Columbia Universities, he was awarded the Hal Holman Award for excellence in sportswriting in 1992 by The Associated Press. He used his column to explore larger themes and gained a huge fan base in Detroit, eventually publishing three bestsellers based on his columns.

Albom’s debut novel Tuesdays with Morrie tells the story of his mentor and former sociology professor, Morrie Schwartz. Through a series of conversations with Morrie on the topics of death, family, personal identity, and the meaning of life, Albom reveals his beautiful friendship and share Morrie’s wisdom on how we can live with joy even in the face of death. An international phenomenon, Tuesdays With Morrie has been adapted into a movie, a stage production, and a non-fiction book.

The Five People You Meet in Heaven, Albom’s second novel, follows Eddie, an elderly amusement park maintenance man, into the afterlife, as he meets the five people who most impacted his life in his search for a greater understanding of life and death. Combining fantasy, mystery, and drama, The Five People You Meet in Heaven gives readers a glimpse of how we are all connected and examines our own mortality.

Albom has since published a lengthy collection of books, plays, and films exploring death and hope. His 2006 novel For One More Day, which follows a homeless man who receives the chance to spend one more day with his mother who he lost 25 years ago, was a #1 New York Times Bestseller.

Albom’s books are renowned for their combination of the profound and the practical, blending powerful storytelling with powerful themes. His works are incredibly artfully crafted stories that explore faith, family, and the importance of reconnecting with one's roots and the beauty of life. His works continue to inspire readers across the world.

Besides his writing, Albom is also an avid philanthropist and radio host. He is the founder of several charities and non-profit organizations such as Have Faith Haiti Mission, and S.A.Y. Detroit, which works to help the homeless in Detroit. He currently hosts a weekly radio program on Detroit's WJR-AM.

A truly remarkable writer and humanitarian, Mitch Albom is an international treasure who has inspired countless people with his uplifting books and messages of hope.