Heather Morris

"The kind of book you lose sleep over, and not just because you can’t put it down … They will be reading this book in 100 years’ time. In fact, it may still be on the bestsellers list."

Born in New Zealand, Heather Morris is an international number one bestselling author, who is passionate about stories of survival, resilience and hope. In 2003, while working in a large public hospital in Melbourne, Heather was introduced to an elderly gentleman who 'might just have a story worth telling'. The day she met Lale Sokolov changed both their lives. Their friendship grew and Lale embarked on a journey of self-scrutiny, entrusting the innermost details of his life during the Holocaust to her. Heather originally wrote Lale's story as a screenplay - which ranked high in international competitions - before reshaping it into her debut novel, The Tattooist of Auschwitz. Her second novel, Cilka's Journey, is the sequel to The Tattooist of Auschwitz.

What genres and themes does Heather Morris write about?

She writes historical fiction largely rooted in real-life testimonies, with recurring themes of survival, resilience and hope, often focusing on Holocaust-era stories.

Where should I start reading her books?

A good starting point is The Tattooist of Auschwitz, her debut novel. Cilka's Journey is a direct sequel. Other titles such as Three Sisters are separate novels and can be read independently.

Are Heather Morris's novels based on true stories?

Yes. Several of her novels are based on the real-life accounts of survivors. The Tattooist of Auschwitz, for example, originated from the testimony of Lale Sokolov and was first written as a screenplay.

What editions and formats are available for her books?

Her books are published in multiple formats, including paperback and hardcover. Some titles have special editions, such as commemorative editions, and there are also adapted editions like a YA edition of The Tattooist of Auschwitz.

Has Heather Morris received recognition for her work?

She is an international number one bestselling author, and her original screenplay for The Tattooist of Auschwitz ranked highly in international competitions.