Lee Cole is a literary fiction novelist best known for his debut novel, "Groundskeeping," published in 2022. Born and raised in rural Kentucky, he attended Lone Oak High School in Paducah and became the first in his family to pursue higher education. His writing often explores themes of class, identity, and the complexities of modern relationships.
A graduate of the Iowa Writers' Workshop, Cole brings a keen observational style to his work, blending vivid realism with introspective storytelling. "Groundskeeping" garnered critical acclaim for its nuanced portrayal of ambition and belonging in contemporary America. He currently resides in New York, where he continues to write.