Pınar Öğünç

Pınar Öğünç graduated from Istanbul University, Faculty of Political Sciences, Department of International Relations. At the age of twenty-two, she went to a job interview at a news magazine with stories she had written. She worked as a journalist, editor and columnist for various magazines, newspapers and online media. She stood closer to journalism that intersects with literature. Known for her incisive writing and empathetic portrayal of individuals from diverse social backgrounds, Öğünç has made significant contributions to Turkish literature and journalism. Her previous works, including collections of essays, short stories, children’s title and interviews, have garnered widespread praise for their candid exploration of personal and collective struggles. Şu anda Burada mıyız? is her first novel and marks another pivotal moment in her literary journey, bringing her sharp journalistic eye and deep compassion into the realm of fiction.