Amanda Sthers, a renowned French-Italian author, was born in Paris and now resides in Los Angeles. She has penned an impressive eleven novels, which have been translated into over fifteen languages. Notable among her works is her 2005 novel "Chicken Street", hailed as the best book of the year by the Italian press, and her 2007 novel "Madeleine", which has sold over 200,000 copies worldwide.
Sthers' literary prowess extends to her biography of the French superstar Johnny Hallyday, which became a bestseller, selling over 600,000 copies. Her 2015 novel "Promises" was named one of Elle magazine's top ten novels of the year and received prestigious French literary prizes.
As a playwright, Sthers has garnered critical acclaim for her staged works. Her 2006 play "Old Blonde Jew" was performed at the Théâtre des Mathurins in Paris, earning the lead actresses Molière nominations. The play has since become a staple in Harvard University's theatre curriculum.
Her 2011 play "Le Lien" was a major success at the Avignon Festival, and many of her seven plays have been re-staged at prominent venues worldwide. Sthers was honored as a Chevalier (Knight) in the Ordre des Arts et des Lettres by the French government for her significant contributions to the literary arts.
As a screenwriter and director, Sthers has made her mark in film. Her 2009 film "Je vais te manquer" starred Carole Bouquet, Michael Lonsdale, and Mélanie Thierry, all of whom have won or been nominated for the César Award. Her latest film "Madame" debuted in Sydney, Australia, and was released in the US after a global release.
Amanda Sthers also wrote the successful French TV series "Camera Café" and the Christmas romantic comedy "Coup de foudre à Noël", which became the biggest French audience of the year on TF1. Her novel "Les Terres Saintes" was adapted into the English-language film "Holy Lands", starring Rosanna Arquette, James Caan, Tom Hollander, and Jonathan Rhys Meyers, set for release in January 2019.
