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Gail Jones is an Australian author. She is acclaimed for her evocative prose, intricate narratives, and exploration of themes such as identity, memory, and cultural history. Jones has published several novels, including "Black Mirror" (2002), "Sixty Lights" (2004), and "A Guide to Berlin" (2015), which have garnered critical praise and numerous awards, including the Prime Minister's Literary Award for Fiction. Her works often reflect her deep engagement with literature, philosophy, and visual arts. In addition to her career as a novelist, Jones is a professor of writing at the University of Western Australia, where she contributes to the development of emerging writers. She is regarded as one of Australia's leading contemporary literary voices, with her works translated into multiple languages.