Kiese Laymon Books in Order

Kiese Laymon is a celebrated black southern writer, born and raised in Jackson, Mississippi. His writing career has flourished through esteemed educational institutions, including Millsaps College, Jackson State University, and Oberlin College, where he earned his undergraduate degree. He further honed his craft at Indiana University, earning an MFA. Laymon's notable works include the novel Long Division, published in June 2013, and the collection of essays How to Slowly Kill Yourself and Others in America, released in August 2013. A prolific writer, his essays and stories have appeared in prominent publications such as Esquire, ESPN.com, NPR, and Truthout.com, solidifying his reputation as a versatile and incisive voice. Currently, Laymon serves as an Associate Professor of English, Creative Writing, and co-director of Africana Studies at Vassar College.