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Melanie Abrams is a Senior Lecturer at the University of California, Berkeley, specializing in Creative Writing. Her academic and professional work focuses on exploring psychological complexity, trauma, and unconventional human experiences through fiction and non-fiction.
- Author of the novels Meadowlark (2020) and Playing (2008), with critical acclaim including Literary Hub's Most Anticipated Crime Book of 2020 and Book Riot's Must Read of 2020.
- Co-author of The Joy of Cannabis (2023), a guide blending scientific and cultural perspectives on cannabis use.
Research Interests: Melanie's work spans trauma narratives, parenting psychology, and alternative community dynamics, often intersecting with cannabis studies and creative non-fiction. Her publications and lectures emphasize personal transformation and societal taboos.
Scientific Awards: Recognized for her literary contributions with accolades from Literary Hub, Book Riot, and California Magazine.
Teaching: Melanie has taught at UC Berkeley from Fall 2016 to the present, offering office hours and courses focused on creative writing and literature.
