Grace McCleen

Grace McCleen

Grace McCleen
Occupation	Author, musician
Nationality	British
Genre	Fiction, literary fiction
Notable works	The Land of Decoration

Grace McCleen is a British author and musician. She is best known for her debut novel, The Land of Decoration, which received critical acclaim and won several awards.

Early Life and Education

Grace McCleen was born in Wales. She grew up in a strict religious environment, which later influenced her writing. McCleen attended Oxford University, where she studied English literature.

Career

Writing

Grace McCleen's debut novel, The Land of Decoration, was published in 2012. The novel tells the story of a young girl named Judith who believes she has the power to perform miracles. The book received widespread praise for its imaginative narrative and emotional depth. It won the Desmond Elliott Prize and the Betty Trask Award.

Following the success of her first novel, McCleen published The Professor of Poetry in 2013 and The Offering in 2015. Both novels continued to explore themes of faith, imagination, and the complexities of human relationships.

Music

In addition to her writing, Grace McCleen is also a musician. She has released several songs and often incorporates her musical talents into her literary work.

Themes

McCleen's work often explores themes of faith, imagination, and the struggles of childhood. Her novels are known for their lyrical prose and deep emotional resonance.

Awards and Recognition

• Desmond Elliott Prize for The Land of Decoration
• Betty Trask Award for The Land of Decoration

Bibliography

• The Land of Decoration (2012)
• The Professor of Poetry (2013)
• The Offering (2015)

See Also

• List of British writers
• List of literary awards