I'm a former Stanford University professor in Buddhist Studies, and writing is one of my forms of meditation. My debut novel, THINGS UNSAID, is a Bookclub Favorite, WINNER of the 2016 SILVER Medal for BEST FICTION from Readers Favorites, WINNER for BEST NEW ADULT FICTION from Beverly Hills Book Awards for 2016, FINALIST in NEW FICTION and in LITERARY FICTION from USA Best Book Awards 2016, and Pushcart Prize nominee. THINGS UNSAID is ranked #2 in the "Top 14 Books about Families Crazier Than Yours".

I am currently completing a second novel which continues the narrative where Things Unsaid leaves off, turning the story into a murder mystery. A resident in Carmel, CA I am also passionate about creating mixed media art, which has been exhibited in California, Hawaii, and Japan.

“With a grace that is absorbing and deft, Paul tackles many difficult questions, including filial responsibility, depression, marital strife, and sexual identity. …The author depicts heart-wrenching conundrums as the three siblings are forced repeatedly to evaluate their personal priorities….An engaging tale of family dysfunction and intractable senior citizens.” Kirkus Review

Diana Y. Paul is also the author of three books on Buddhism, one of which has been translated into Japanese and German. Her short stories have appeared in a number of literary journals. She lives in Carmel, CA with her husband and calico cat, Mao. When not writing, Diana creates mixed media art. Her art has been featured in museums and galleries in California, Hawaii, and Japan. Visit her blog on movies and art at: www.unhealedwound.com and her author website at: www.dianaypaul.com. Twitter: @DianaPaul10

1) Books: Things Unsaid: A Novel; A Perfect Match (She Writes Press, 2015)
2) Books (nonfiction): Women in Buddhism, University of California Press;
3) Philosophy of Mind in Sixth Century China, Stanford University Press.
4) Novel pending: tentatively titled Deeds Undone.

Central Coast Writers, Women's Fiction Writers Association, American Association of University Women (AAUW), ACLU

Central Coast Writers, Women's Fiction Writers Association, AAUW-Pebble Beach