Bethany Jean Clement

About the Author

Bethany Jean Clement is a witty and insightful author whose work captures the chaotic beauty of young adulthood with humor and heart. Drawing from her own eclectic experiences navigating life's milestones, she offers practical yet philosophical advice on everything from dorm-room dilemmas to the art of savoring a perfect taco. In her acclaimed debut, How to Be a Person: The Stranger's Guide to College, Sex, Intoxicants, Tacos, and Life Itself, Clement blends memoir-style anecdotes with sage wisdom, making the overwhelming transition to independence feel approachable and fun. A former journalist and avid traveler, she now lives in Seattle, where she continues to explore the intersections of culture, cuisine, and personal growth through her writing.