Karen Dukess is an American author and journalist. She is best known for her debut novel, The Last Book Party, which was published in 2019. She has written for The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and other publications. She is a graduate of Harvard University and the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. She has also worked as a freelance writer and editor for various publications. She is passionate about exploring the complexities of human relationships and the power of storytelling. Her work has been praised for its insight and wit. She currently lives in Brooklyn, New York.