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Kei Miller is a Professor in the Department of English at the University of Miami's College of Arts and Sciences. He is an award-winning author and academic whose work interrogates themes of race, gender, silence, and Caribbean identity through essays, poetry, and short fiction. His 2023 essay collection Things I Have Withheld received critical acclaim, being shortlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Nonfiction and featured in BOMB Magazine’s Editor’s Choice and Slate/Buzzfeed Best Books of 2021.
- Current Position: Professor, Department of English, University of Miami
- Email: akm184@miami.edu
His research and creative practice intersects with Caribbean cultural studies, postcolonial literature, and social justice. His literary works include poems and short stories published in journals such as Anthurium, Journal of Commonwealth Literature, and Wasafiri. Miller’s essays combine personal narrative with broader societal critique, addressing topics like racism, queer identity, and the transformative power of storytelling.
Notable awards and recognitions include:
- Shortlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Nonfiction
- BOMB Magazine’s Editor’s Choice Best Book of 2021
- Inclusion in Slate and Buzzfeed’s Best Books of 2021
While his recent publications focus on creative nonfiction, his earlier works span poetry and short fiction, demonstrating a diverse literary career. Miller’s academic contributions are complemented by his artistic achievements, making him a significant voice in contemporary Caribbean literature.
