Jen Malia

Jen Malia, Ph.D., serves as a Professor of English and Creative Writing Coordinator at Norfolk State University, where academic involvement has included roles as Assistant and Associate Professor. Active as an author, representation is provided by BookEnds Literary Agency, and Malia has published several children's books, including the chapter book series "The Infinity Rainbow Club" with 1517 Media and the picture book "Too Sticky! Sensory Issues with Autism" with Albert Whitman & Company. Malia also engages in freelance writing for notable publications, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Glamour. Educational credentials include a Ph.D. in English Language and Literature from the University of Southern California, multiple master's degrees, and a bachelor's degree in English from Bowdoin College, with ongoing studies towards an MFA in Writing for Children and Young Adults at Vermont College of Fine Arts.