Claire Luchette

Claire Luchette is an Assistant Professor in the Department of English, General Literature and Rhetoric at Binghamton University. They are the author of the novel Agatha of Little Neon and have been recognized as a National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 Honoree. Their work spans fiction and nonfiction, with publications in prestigious venues such as Best American Short Stories 2022, The New York Times, and Granta.

• Education:
  • B.A., Brown University
  • M.F.A., University of Oregon

Luchette's research and creative interests focus on contemporary fiction, LGBTQ+ literature, and narrative nonfiction. Their writing explores themes of identity, community, and social dynamics through lyrical and introspective storytelling.

Scientific Awards & Fellowships:

• National Book Foundation 5 Under 35 Honoree
• Pushcart Prize (2020) for 'New Bees'
• 2022-23 Rona Jaffe Fellow at the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers