About - HILLARY YABLON

About Hillary

Hillary Yablon, originally from the Chicago area, is a debut author. She holds a degree in English and Creative writing from Princeton University and a Master’s in Poetry from John’s Hopkins Writing seminars.

Her first book, “Sylvia’s Second Act,” has been a runaway sensation. Already in development as a soon to be Hollywood blockbuster with Michelle Pfeiffer attached to play the lead.

Hillary currently lives in Los Angeles with her husband and two children and is busy at work on her second novel. Connect with Hillary on social media for the latest updates on her writing journey.

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5 Things About Hillary

Did Sylvia’s Second Act really stem from a screenplay?

Yes. I was working on my second screenplay when I realized it felt more like a novel. Since I had never written a novel before I signed up for classes at UCLA Extension’s fiction writing program. I wrote the first half of my novel taking these classes over the course of three years.

When did you know you wanted to be a writer?

I have wanted to write since I was six years old.

What inspires you to write?

I love situations that are both funny and true. The funnier it is, the truer it usually is. That is what excites me to write. In terms of themes, I love to write about people reinventing themselves to discover the person they are searching for is who they have been all along.

The first book you ever read?

Piggle Wiggle

The book you can’t stop thinking about?

Bridget Jones’s Diary