Steven Millhauser is an American author known for his imaginative and often surreal storytelling. Born on August 3, 1943, in New York City, he has published several novels, short stories, and essays. His works frequently explore themes of art, time, and the nature of reality. Millhauser gained significant recognition for his novel Martin Dressler: The Tale of an American Dreamer, which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1997. His writing style is characterized by rich detail and a focus on the fantastical elements of everyday life, making him a unique voice in contemporary literature.