Dan Chaon

Dan Chaon is an accomplished American author, best known for his skill in crafting short stories. Chaon's work has been featured in a variety of prestigious journals and anthologies, including The Best American Short Stories, The Pushcart Prize, and The O. Henry Prize Stories. His writing has garnered significant recognition, earning him a spot as a finalist for the National Book Award and the National Magazine Award in Fiction. In 2006, he was awarded the Academy Award in Literature.

Chaon has authored several books, including the novel "You Remind Me of Me," which was recognized as one of the best books of the year by numerous publications such as The Washington Post, Chicago Tribune, and San Francisco Chronicle. His short story collection "Among the Missing" was also highly acclaimed, earning a finalist position for the National Book Award. Chaon's most recent book is the short story collection "Stay Awake," which was a finalist for the Story Prize.

Beyond his literary achievements, Dan Chaon is also a respected educator. He currently serves as the Pauline M. Delaney Professor of Creative Writing at Oberlin College in Ohio. Chaon is known for his compelling and thought-provoking fiction, which often explores themes of identity, memory, and loss.