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Munir Hachemi (born 1989 Madrid) is a Spanish writer. [1] [2]

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In 2021, he was named by Granta magazine as one of the most promising young Spanish-language writers in the world. [3] [4] [5]

Life

He was born in Madrid to an Algerian father and studied Spanish at university. He also obtained a master's degree in Latin American studies. His fiction appeared initially in fanzines under the aegis of the Escritores Bárbaros collective. His first novel Cosas vivas appeared in 2018.

He was writer in residence at the Cheuse Center. [6] [7]

Works

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References

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  2. "Munir Hachemi at the University of Florida | A Spanish cultural event in Orlando from 10/23/2024 until 10/24/2024". SPAIN arts & culture is the official website for the promotion of Spain's arts and culture in the USA. Retrieved 2024-12-11.
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