Emily Flamm

Emily Flamm is a Senior Lecturer in the English department at the University of Maryland. She holds an M.F.A. in fiction writing from the University of Maryland (2013) and a B.A. in journalism from Arizona State University (2004). Prior to academia, she worked as a magazine writer and editor in Washington, D.C., and Phoenix. Her work spans fiction, nonfiction, literary reviews, and interviews, appearing in venues like Catapult, Carve Magazine, and Crab Orchard Review. Flamm’s fiction often explores themes of identity, language, and contemporary culture. She has been recognized as a finalist for prestigious awards, including the Jack Dyer Fiction Prize and the Raymond Carver Short Story Prize. Her teaching focuses on creative writing and literature, blending her professional journalism experience with academic rigor.

Flamm’s research interests include the intersection of creative writing with cultural critique and the evolution of language in modern contexts. Her articles frequently analyze artistic and literary works, offering incisive commentary on visual arts, poetry, and narrative forms. She has contributed profiles and reviews to luxury and arts-focused publications like Modern Luxury and Holler, furthering her engagement with diverse creative communities.

Awards & Recognition:

• Finalist for the Jack Dyer Fiction Prize
• Finalist for the Raymond Carver Short Story Prize

Teaching & Advising: Flamm teaches creative writing at the University of Maryland, emphasizing narrative craft and literary analysis. While she does not currently list formal advisees, her mentorship is reflected in her pedagogical approach to student writing.

Labs & Collaborations: While no formal labs are explicitly mentioned, her work bridges academia and creative industries through collaborations with literary journals and arts publications.