Haruki Murakami

Reading wasn't a pastime of mine when I first came across his works two years ago; now, I've read all of his books several times.

I heard about his unique way of telling stories, and a friend dropped a copy off, so I decided to read.

Having read all of his novels, I am now working my way through his short stories.

I didn't write much before reading his books, so I suppose my writing style has been influenced by him.

If you've never heard of this author, I recommend trying a novel.

Kafka on the Shore, Hard-boiled Wonderland and the End of the World, and The Wind-Up bird Chronicle are all good books to start with.