A successful journalist known for her books and articles on technology and society, Katie Hafner is the author behind the newly released and widely popular memoir, Mother Daughter Me. A personal account of the lessons Hafner learned through her strained relationship with her alcoholic mother, the book explores the stresses caregiving can have on a person and focuses on the importance being self-aware during times of struggle and chaos. The title has received high praise, including being recognized as a choice read by O, The Oprah Magazine, Parade, and Goodreads.

Hafner spent ten years on staff at The New York Times, where she remains a frequent contributor covering healthcare and technology. She has also worked at Newsweek and BusinessWeek, and has written for The New York Times Magazine, Esquire, Wired, The New Republic, The Huffington Post, and O, The Oprah Magazine. She is the author of five previous works of nonfiction covering a diverse range of topics, including the origins of the Internet, computer hackers, German reunification, and the pianist Glenn Gould.

Known for her interactive presentation style, Hafner discusses everything from the writing process to mother-daughter relationships, aging parents, caregiving, and how to take ownership in life by establishing a clear direction toward one’s goals. Sought-after by associations, women’s groups, community groups, and colleges alike, Katie Hafner lends a unique perspective to those needing motivation, guidance, or who are simply interested in hearing from one of today’s leading writers.

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