Amor Towles is an internationally bestselling novelist celebrated for elegant storytelling, unforgettable characters, and richly imagined worlds that bridge history and contemporary life. His novels have captivated millions of readers, earning acclaim for their wit, humanity, and timeless exploration of ambition, friendship, resilience, and the choices that shape our lives.

Before becoming a full-time writer, Towles spent more than two decades in investment management, an experience that sharpened his understanding of character, society, and the unexpected turns of fortune that often define both history and fiction. His debut novel, Rules of Civility, became a bestseller and introduced readers to his distinctive literary voice. He followed with A Gentleman in Moscow, an international phenomenon translated into dozens of languages and adapted into a major television series. His subsequent novel, The Lincoln Highway, and the story collection Table for Two further established him as one of today’s most admired storytellers.

At the San Miguel Writers’ Conference, Towles invites audiences into a conversation about the craft of fiction, the enduring appeal of memorable characters, and the remarkable power of stories to transcend time, place, and culture.

Internationally bestselling author Amor Towles will join the 2027 San Miguel Writers’ Conference for a keynote conversation exploring literature, storytelling, and the enduring power of fiction. Celebrated for his richly imagined novels, memorable characters, and elegant prose, Towles brings a thoughtful perspective on the creative process and the timeless role stories play in helping us understand history, human nature, and ourselves.
Additional details about Mr. Towles’s keynote, including the official title and description, will be announced closer to the Conference.

Books to feature: A Gentleman in Moscow; The Lincoln Highway; Rules of Civility