Matthew Salesses is an American author and educator known for his incisive exploration of race, identity, and storytelling. He is the author of "Craft in the Real World", a groundbreaking critique of traditional writing workshop culture, and the novels "The Sense of Wonder" and "Disappear Doppelgänger Disappear". His work challenges conventional narratives and amplifies underrepresented voices in literature. Salesses has taught creative writing at prestigious institutions and his essays and fiction have appeared in numerous acclaimed publications. He is widely regarded as a vital and transformative voice in contemporary American literature.