Naoise Dolan is an Irish writer and poet. She was born in Dublin in 1991 and grew up in the city. She studied English Literature at Trinity College Dublin and graduated in 2013. She has since published two novels, Exciting Times and Conversations with Friends, both of which have been critically acclaimed. Her writing has been described as “incisive, witty and emotionally charged”. She has also written for publications such as The New Yorker, The Guardian, and The Irish Times. Dolan is a passionate advocate for mental health awareness and has spoken publicly about her own struggles with depression. She is currently working on her third novel.