James Hannaham is an acclaimed American author, known for his versatility as a novelist, playwright, and artist. He gained significant attention with his novel "God Says No," a Lambda Literary Award finalist, and his critically acclaimed "Delicious Foods," which won the 2016 PEN/Faulkner Award for Fiction and the Hurston/Wright Legacy Award. Hannaham's writing, celebrated for its humor and profound insight, often explores themes of race, identity, and human resilience. Beyond literature, he co-founded the performance group Elevator Repair Service and has contributed to major publications like The Village Voice and Spin. Hannaham resides in Brooklyn, where he continues his eclectic artistic pursuits.