Chuck Palahniuk is an American novelist and short story writer most known for his darkly comic, often transgressive fiction. His works have tackled such topics as masculinity, identity, and alienation from modernity, frequently featuring a story within a story. Palahniuk is best known for such novels as Fight Club, Survivor, Choke, and his most recent best seller, Tell-All. He has also written for film, television, and graphic novels. In terms of genre, Palahniuk is seen as a prominent figure within transgressive fiction and a key contributor to the postmodern literary movement.
