Jeremy Jones

Jeremy Jones is a Professor of Creative Writing at Western Carolina University, known for his literary contributions to nonfiction and personal narrative. His acclaimed book Bearwallow: A Personal History of a Mountain Homeland reflects his deep connection to the Blue Ridge Mountains and intergenerational storytelling.

He is a graduate of the Nonfiction Writing Program at the University of Iowa, where he earned his MFA. His time in the program profoundly shaped his development as a writer, editor, and literary professional.

His research and creative interests center on creative nonfiction, personal essay, autobiographical writing, and Appalachian cultural narratives. Influenced by writers like Montaigne, he explores the expansive possibilities of the nonfiction form, blending memory, geography, and identity.

Jeremy Jones's work has been recognized with multiple citations in The Best American Essays, a prestigious annual anthology highlighting the most outstanding nonfiction essays in the United States.

As an alumnus of the University of Iowa's Nonfiction Writing Program, he reflects on the enduring impact of mentorship, rigorous reading, and workshop culture in shaping his post-MFA writing career. Though no formal advising or grant information is available, his reflections underscore a strong commitment to the craft and profession of literary nonfiction.