Marion Winik

Marion Winik is an Assistant Professor in Creative Nonfiction at the University of Baltimore's Yale Gordon College of Arts and Sciences. She is an accomplished author of nine books, including The Big Book of the Dead (2019) and First Comes Love (1996), and writes a long-running column at BaltimoreFishbowl.com. A prominent literary voice, she reviews books for major publications and hosts the NPR podcast The Weekly Reader, having previously served as an All Things Considered commentator for fifteen years.

• Education: MFA from Brooklyn College, CUNY
• B.A. from Brown University

Her research and creative work focus on memoir writing, personal essays, and literary criticism, with recent publications exploring the transformative power of memoir and analytical frameworks for reading autobiographical narratives. Her work bridges academic study and accessible storytelling, often addressing themes of identity, personal growth, and social commentary.

Her recent publications include The Life Changing Power of Memoir (2024) and How to Read a Memoir (2024), which examine memoir writing's therapeutic and societal implications. These works align with her broader interests in narrative structures and emotional authenticity.

• Scientific Awards: National Book Critics Circle Service Award (2023)

Winik's teaching interests center on creative nonfiction and journalism, reflecting her professional expertise as a writer and critic. While no formal advisee lists appear in the text, her extensive publications and media presence demonstrate significant academic and literary impact.