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Jessica Hendry Nelson is an Assistant Professor of English at Virginia Commonwealth University, specializing in creative nonfiction and literary journalism. She teaches and writes at the intersection of grief, addiction, motherhood, and memory, and is the faculty editor for the literary journal Blackbird.
Education:
- MFA in Creative Writing, Sarah Lawrence College
- BA in English, University of New Hampshire
Research Interests: Nelson’s work spans literary nonfiction, lyric essay, and creative writing pedagogy. She is deeply engaged in exploring themes of motherhood, addiction, grief, and the craft of memoir. Her research also includes podcasting as a narrative form and the pedagogy of creative writing.
Her writing is marked by lyrical prose and emotional depth, often blending personal narrative with broader cultural commentary. She has contributed to major literary journals and published three books that have received national acclaim.
Awards and Recognition:
- AWP Sue William Silverman Award in Creative Nonfiction (2023)
- PEN/Diamonstein-Spielvogel Award for the Art of the Essay — Longlist (2023)
- Indies Introduce Debut Author Selection
- Indies Next List by the American Booksellers Association
- Kirkus Review Best Books of the Year
- Kirkus Review and Library Journal Starred Reviews
- Vermont Book Award Finalist
Teaching and Editorial Work: Nelson teaches courses in creative nonfiction, form and theory, and women in literary publishing. She also serves as faculty editor for Blackbird, an online journal of literature and the arts.
