Emily St. John Mandel is a Canadian author known for literary fiction that blends quiet suspense with speculative elements. She is the author of several novels, including Station Eleven, The Glass Hotel, and Sea of Tranquility, often exploring themes of memory, connection, and the fragility of modern life . Her work is widely praised for its atmospheric storytelling and interconnected narratives. She was born and raised in British Columbia and later lived in Montreal before relocating to New York. She lives in New York City.