Michael Chabon, born May 24, 1963, is an American novelist, screenwriter, columnist, and short story writer. His journey into the world of literature began in Washington, D.C., and took him through significant academic steps, including studying at Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Pittsburgh, from which he graduated in 1984. He later received a Master of Fine Arts in creative writing from the University of California, Irvine.

Chabon burst onto the literary scene with his first novel, The Mysteries of Pittsburgh (1988), published when he was just 24. He then crafted Wonder Boys (1995), followed by two short-story collections, and in 2000, published what would be called his magnum opus, The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay. This novel secured him the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2001.

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Chabon's work is characterized by its complex language, frequent use of metaphor, and recurring themes such as nostalgia, divorce, abandonment, fatherhood, and most notably, issues of Jewish identity. His commitment to including gay, bisexual, and Jewish characters in his narratives marks him as a distinct voice in contemporary literature. Chabon is also a noted defender of genre fiction and plot-driven stories. Over the years, he has ventured into writing screenplays, children's books, comics, and newspaper serials, showcasing his versatility as a writer.