JT LeRoy is the author of the International Best Sellers Sarah (being made into a film by Steven Shainberg) and The Heart Is Deceitful Above All Things (by Asia Argento). His third novel will be out on Viking in 2005. On Last Gasp Books, Harold’s End, an illustrated novella showcasing the works of Cherry Hood, will be released in Sept 2004. JT LeRoy is Associate Producer on Gus Van Sant’s new film, Elephant, which scooped the Palme d’Or and the best director award at Cannes. JT is part of the rock band Thistle, currently recording their debut with producer Jerry Harrison. JT is a contributing editor for Index, Flaunt, 7x7, and i-D, and also writes for Spin, GQ, Sunday London Times, etc.