Scott Stein

Scott Stein is a Teaching Professor of English at Drexel University, where he has taught full-time since 2000. He directs the Drexel Publishing Group, co-founded in 2007, and founded the annual Week of Writing event. His creative work includes four novels—The Great American Betrayal (2022), The Great American Deception (2020), Mean Martin Manning (2007), and Lost (2000)—that blend science fiction, detective noir, and satirical commentary on modern society.

• Education:
  • MFA, Creative Writing (Fiction), University of Miami, 1997
  • MA, Liberal Studies, New York University, 1995
  • BA, English, University of Miami, 1993

Research and creative interests span satire, humor, superhero narratives, and Kafkaesque themes. His work often critiques consumerism, government overreach, and modern urban life through absurdist lenses. Notable scientific awards include two CASE Awards (2022) for co-authoring A Legacy to Share with Drexel’s Black Alumni Council.

Publications like his Great American series feature futuristic dystopias with sentient coffee machines and sprawling malls, while essays in Reason and Liberty tackle academic freedom and political ideology. Stein’s focus on student mentorship through courses like Superheroes in America and internships in publishing underscores his commitment to experiential learning.