As a translator of Italian literature, my focus has always been on novels and short stories, but I've also translated works of non-fiction, children’s literature, art books, guidebooks, cookbooks, and books that address spiritual matters. From time to time, I translate samples and write reader reports for publishing companies and literary agents. I am a long-time member of PEN America, ALTA, and STRADE. I was born in Paris, grew up in Beirut, Jeddah, London, and Boston, went to college in California, and made my home in New York City and Italy, where I am currently based.