Aaron H. Aceves is a talented and accomplished writer who identifies as a bisexual, Mexican-American man. He was born and raised in East Los Angeles, a place that has had a significant influence on his writing. Aceves has a strong academic background, having graduated from Harvard College and later earning his MFA from Columbia University. His writing has been widely recognized and published in various respected literary magazines, including Epiphany, The Florida Review, and Passages North.
Currently, Aceves resides in Texas, where he holds the position of Early Career Provost Fellow at UT Austin. His work has continued to gain recognition and acclaim, and he has achieved a significant milestone in his career with the release of his debut young adult novel, "This Is Why They Hate Us." This book was published by Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers and has received multiple starred reviews, a testament to the quality of Aceves' writing. The novel was also named a Best Young Adult Book of 2022 by Kirkus Reviews, further solidifying Aceves' reputation as a skilled and talented writer in his genre.