David Gordon

David Gordon is an Adjunct Professor in the CCE Department Writing at Pratt Institute's School of Liberal Arts & Sciences. He holds an MFA in Writing and MA in English & Comparative Literature from Columbia University. His work spans seven novels, a short story collection, and an audiobook narrated by David Hasselhoff.

• Education:
• MFA, Writing, Columbia University (2006)
• MA, English & Comparative Literature, Columbia University (1992)

Gordon specializes in mystery and noir fiction, with works translated into 8 languages. His debut The Serialist won major awards in Japan and was adapted into film. Upcoming projects include Behind Sunset (July 2025) and a video game co-written with Hampton Fancher.

His publications explore themes of urban crime, character-driven suspense, and cross-cultural narratives. Awards include the VCU/Cabell First Novel Award and Edgar Award nomination.