He has an MFA in nonfiction writing from Columbia University, and a BA in English from Oberlin. His work has appeared in The Awl, The Rumpus, Eephus, The Classical, Fiction Advocate and Away. He is currently working on a story that revisits the composition and legacy of his favorite book, The Orchid Thief, by Susan Orlean. For more of his work, visit HalSundt.com.