This interview was part of a larger celebration marking 20 years of the San Francisco-Zurich sister city partnership.

Milena Moser, a Zurich-born and SF-based author, guided the Zurich delegation on an Art Walk through San Francisco’s Mission district. Milena has published over 20 books, displaying a versatile range of genres, and has written many columns, articles, radio plays, and essays.

Beyond her literary achievements, Milena has shared her expertise as a Creative Writing instructor at the Swiss School of Journalism (MAZ) and in workshops in Switzerland and the U.S. Her creative spirit also found expression on stage, where she performed over 80 times in the “The Unfinished Ones”.

Milena first lived in San Francisco from 1998 to 2006 and returned in 2015. Presently residing in San Francisco with her husband, Mexican-born artist Victor-Mario Zaballa, Milena collaborates on numerous art installations and continues to write.

In this interview, Milena Moser provides a glimpse into her artistic journey, offering unique insights at the intersection of literature, life, and the vibrant culture of San Francisco.

This interview was part of a larger celebration marking 20 years of the San Francisco-Zurich sister city partnership. Click here to discover the full range of our 20th anniversary events.