David Flusfeder is an acclaimed British novelist and screenwriter. He is best known for his novels, including The Gift of Rain, which was shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize, and The Book of Love, which was longlisted for the Orange Prize. He has also written several screenplays, including the adaptation of The Gift of Rain for the big screen. Flusfeder was born in London and studied English Literature at Oxford University. After graduating, he worked as a journalist and editor before turning to writing fiction. His first novel, The Gift of Rain, was published in 2007 and was an immediate success. It was followed by The Book of Love in 2009 and The Weight of Light in 2011. Flusfeder's writing is often praised for its lyrical prose and its exploration of complex themes such as love, loss, and identity. He has been compared to authors such as Ian McEwan and Kazuo Ishiguro. His work has been translated into several languages and has been adapted for the stage and screen. Flusfeder is also a regular contributor to various publications, including The Guardian and The New York Times. He currently lives in London with his wife and two children.