Jessica Gross is an accomplished writer whose work has appeared in prestigious publications such as "The Los Angeles Review of Books", "The New York Times Magazine", and "The Paris Review Daily". Her debut novel, "Hysteria", marks her entry into long-form fiction after establishing herself as a notable voice in literary journalism and criticism.
Gross holds an MFA in fiction from The New School and a Master's degree in cultural reporting and criticism from New York University, complemented by a Bachelor's in anthropology from Princeton University. Her academic background informs her nuanced exploration of human behavior and societal norms in her writing. She has been recognized with fellowships from the Yiddish Book Center (2017) and the 14th Street Y (2015-16), where she also served as editor of the LABA Journal.
Currently, Gross teaches writing at Eugene Lang College at The New School, balancing her academic career with her literary pursuits. Her work continues to engage readers with its sharp insight and narrative depth.