Dianne Jacob is a highly accomplished food and travel writer, editor, speaker, and writing coach based in Oakland, California. With over 25 years of industry experience, Dianne is a master of capturing the subtleties of food, culture, and travel in a way that is both engaging and informative. Her work has appeared in publications such as The New York Times, Food & Wine, and Gastronomica, among others.

In addition to her writing and editing work, Dianne is also the author of three highly acclaimed books on food writing, including Will Write for Food: The Complete Guide to Writing Cookbooks, Blogs, Reviews, Memoir, and More, which has become the go-to guide for aspiring food writers. She is a sought after speaker and writing coach, teaching workshops and offering one-on-one consultations for writers looking to take their craft to the next level.

Beyond her accomplishments in the world of food and travel writing, Dianne also brings a wealth of experience and expertise in other areas. She has a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University, and has worked as a book editor, public relations specialist, and communication strategist.

Despite her wide-ranging expertise, Dianne is perhaps best known for her passion for pizza. Her latest book, The United States of Pizza: America's Favorite Pizzas, from Thin Crust to Deep Dish, Sourdough to Gluten-Free, is a comprehensive guide to America's rich and diverse pizza landscape. Drawing on years of research and interviews with pizzaiolos across the country, Dianne's book is both a love letter to America's favorite comfort food and a celebration of the people and places that make it so special.

Overall, Dianne Jacob is a true renaissance woman of the food and travel writing world. Her passion for her craft is truly contagious, and her expertise in so many areas makes her an invaluable resource for anyone looking to up their writing game.