Jon Michaud

Jon Michaud is a librarian and author whose debut novel, "When Tito Loved Clara," was published by Algonquin Books and recognized as a best book of the year by "The Barnes & Noble Review". The novel was also a finalist for the Writer’s Center First Novel Prize. His writing spans fiction and nonfiction, with work appearing in prominent publications such as "The New Yorker", "The Washington Post", "Tin House", "LitHub", and "CrimeReads".

Michaud has held significant roles in the literary world, serving as head librarian at "The New Yorker" from 2003 to 2012 and later at the Center for Fiction from 2015 to 2017. His background in library science informs his meticulous approach to storytelling and research. In 2022, he received a fellowship from the New Jersey Council on the Arts in recognition of his contributions to literature.

A resident of Maplewood, New Jersey, Michaud lives with his wife and two sons. Though an American citizen, he once achieved the distinction of becoming the Irish junior javelin champion in 1983—an unusual but notable footnote in his biography. His career continues to bridge the worlds of literature and librarianship, reflecting his deep engagement with both storytelling and curation.