Cat Bohannon

Cat Bohannon is a researcher and author whose work explores the evolution of narrative and cognition. She holds a Ph.D. from Columbia University, where she completed her studies in 2022. Her debut book, "Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution," became a "New York Times" bestseller, cementing her reputation as a compelling voice in science writing. Her essays and articles have appeared in prestigious publications such as "The Atlantic", "Scientific American", "Science", and "Lapham's Quarterly", showcasing her ability to bridge academic research with accessible prose.

Bohannon's writing spans multiple genres, including science journalism, poetry, and narrative nonfiction. Her contributions to "The Best American Nonrequired Reading" and "The Georgia Review" highlight her versatility, while her appearances on "The Story Collider" demonstrate her talent for engaging storytelling. With a focus on evolutionary biology and the interplay between science and culture, her work challenges conventional perspectives on human development. Bohannon resides in the U.S. with her partner and two children, continuing her research and writing endeavors.
Non-Fiction Books
# Title Year
1 Eve: How the Female Body Drove 200 Million Years of Human Evolution 2023
2 Eve (Adapted for Young Adults) 2025