Sanjiv Bhattacharya

Sanjiv Bhattacharya is a writer and teacher affiliated with the Master of Fine Arts in Writing (MFA) program at Pacific University. Based in Los Angeles, he has built a career in nonfiction writing, contributing to major publications such as Esquire, GQ, The Observer, and The Telegraph.

His work centers on longform journalism, profiles, and in-depth reporting, often exploring fringe groups and subcultures. A notable achievement includes his book Secrets & Wives: The Hidden World of Mormon Polygamy, which was adapted into a documentary for Channel Four (UK). His contributions to magazine writing have been recognized with three shortlistings for the PPA Consumer Magazine Writer of the Year award.

While no academic articles are listed, his body of work reflects a strong engagement with cultural investigation and narrative nonfiction. He mentors within the MFA in Writing program, contributing to the development of emerging writers.

• Shortlisted three times for PPA Consumer Magazine Writer of the Year

Sanjiv Bhattacharya is actively involved in teaching and writing, with no indication of retirement or former status. He does not appear to lead a formal research lab or team but contributes significantly to literary and journalistic discourse through his writing and pedagogy.