Sameer Pandya
Sameer Pandya is an accomplished author and academic whose work spans fiction, cultural criticism, and sports writing.
His story collection "The Blind Writer" received critical acclaim, earning a PEN/Open Book Award nomination.
Pandya's writing has appeared in prestigious publications like The Atlantic and Sports Illustrated.
He teaches creative writing and Asian American literature at UC Santa Barbara.
"Members Only" marked his debut novel.
Pandya's work often explores themes of cultural dislocation and identity, drawing from his background in cultural studies.
His literary achievements include the PEN/Civitella Fellowship, highlighting his contributions to contemporary American literature.
