Alexander Häusser

Alexander Häusser is a Hamburg-based author, screenwriter, and literary professional whose work spans novels, short stories, and scripts for radio, television, and cinema. Born in Reutlingen in 1960, he studied German, philosophy, and history at the University of Tübingen, alongside rhetoric with Walter Jens. He has lived and worked as a freelance writer in Hamburg since 1990 and chairs the Hamburg Literature Centre.

Häusser’s published books include Karnstedt verschwindet, Hungerwinter, Zeppelin Memory, and Noch alle Zeit, released by Pendragon Verlag in 2019. His story Zeppelin! was adapted for film and shown in cinemas across Germany. His work has earned numerous awards and fellowships, and he also presents staged readings at events. In addition to writing and performance, Häusser offers creative-writing workshops for students and professional-development sessions for teachers. His website provides information about his books, screen work, performances, workshops, press coverage, and upcoming events. His next novel, Kurze Tage des Glücks, is announced for publication by Pendragon Verlag in September 2026.