Mark Bousquet

Mark Bousquet is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Writing Studies, Rhetoric, and Composition at Syracuse University. He specializes in 19th-century American environmental literature and history, blending scholarly research with creative writing across genres like science fiction, horror, and comic books. His work often explores humanity’s relationship with nature through speculative and narrative frameworks.

Education:

• Ph.D., American Studies (2011), Purdue University
• M.A., Literature (2003), University of New Hampshire
• B.A. & B.S., English and Electronic Media (2001/1995), Syracuse University

Research Interests: Bousquet’s scholarship focuses on environmental narratives in 19th-century America, while his creative works span science fiction, horror, and mystery genres. Notable interests include the intersection of literature and ecology, speculative fiction’s exploration of environmental crises, and the evolution of horror tropes.

Publications: Recent works include the Harpsichord series (2021–2022) within his Deep and Divided universe, the Spooky Lemon Mysteries series (2020–2022), and academic contributions like Impact of War on the Environment (1900-1945) in the World History Encyclopedia Project. His creative output emphasizes narrative experimentation and genre fusion.

Teaching: Bousquet teaches writing courses such as WRT 105 Studio 1 and WRT 205 Studio 2, focusing on developing student voice and critical research practices. He also explores writing culture through interdisciplinary approaches.