Attica Locke

Award-Winning Author, Screenwriter & Producer; Known for Fox's "Empire"

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Attica Locke Biography

Attica Locke is an award-winning author, screenwriter, and producer known for her significant contributions to both literature and television. She has worked on acclaimed shows such as "Little Fires Everywhere," "From Scratch," and "When They See Us," and is renowned for her role in the television series "Empire." In these projects, Locke has been pivotal in weaving complex narratives that resonate deeply with audiences. "From Scratch," which she co-created and executive produced for Netflix, became a top 10 hit in over 50 countries, showcasing her skill in crafting engaging visual stories.

Locke's literary work is equally distinguished. Her debut novel, "Black Water Rising," was a finalist for the Edgar Award, an NAACP Image Award, and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, and was short-listed for the Women’s Prize for Fiction. Her subsequent novels, including "The Cutting Season," "Pleasantville," "Bluebird, Bluebird," and "Heaven, My Home," have garnered critical acclaim and multiple awards. "Bluebird, Bluebird" won the Edgar Award for Best Novel and "Pleasantville" received the Harper Lee Prize for Legal Fiction. Her books have been highlighted as Best Books of the Year by The New York Times, Washington Post, and Financial Times, solidifying her status as a New York Times Bestselling Author.

Currently, Locke is developing several television projects and is planning the next two novels in the Highway 59 series. She resides in Los Angeles with her family, where she continues to influence both the literary and cinematic landscapes with her innovative storytelling and poignant narratives.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 07/15/2024.

Attica Locke Videos

  • Attica Locke's Highway 59 Crime Trilogy
    Award-winning writer and producer Attica Locke returns to the show. She joins our latest edition of “Let's Get Lit” to discuss.

Attica Locke Books

  • Guide Me Home (A Highway 59 Novel, 3)
    Guide Me Home (A Highway 59 Novel, 3)

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