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Joey Franklin serves as an associate professor of English at Brigham Young University and co-editor of the literary magazine Fourth Genre: Explorations in Nonfiction, working alongside Patrick Madden. His academic appointment resides within the Department of English, Writing and Journalism at BYU.
Franklin's research interests center on creative nonfiction, with particular expertise in essay forms including personal essays, memoirs, literary journalism, and personal criticism. His editorial work reveals a strong interest in diverse nonfiction styles described as 'lyrical, self-interrogative, meditative and reflective, as well as expository, analytical, exploratory or whimsical.' As an educator, Franklin emphasizes innovative approaches to subject matter, seeking 'those next five thoughts' beyond conventional perspectives on common topics.
As co-editor of Fourth Genre, Franklin actively engages with the nonfiction writing community, reviewing submissions, selecting cover art, and coordinating editorial content. He places significant value on providing professional publishing and editing opportunities for his students at this nationally distributed, 20-year-old magazine. Franklin views editing as complementary to his writing practice, noting that exposure to diverse voices helps him 'stay fresh' and avoid creative ruts in his own work.
Franklin approaches his editorial responsibilities with awareness of personal aesthetic biases, ensuring the journal publishes work that may differ from his own preferences. He emphasizes that 'just because it's my thing isn't what makes it literature,' demonstrating a commitment to diverse voices and approaches within the nonfiction genre. His teaching philosophy centers on creating professional opportunities for students while maintaining his identity as 'first and foremost a teacher.'
