Jason Yamas
Born
Pennsylvania
Alma materNew York University

Jason Yamas is an American author and multimedia producer. He has published one memoir, Tweakerworld, detailing his experiences as a crystal meth dealer.[1].

Early life and education

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Yamas was born in Pennsylvania to hotelier parents[2]. He attended Unionville High School[3]. He holds a BFA from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts[4].

Career

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Yamas's memoir, Tweakerworld, was published in March 2023 by Unnamed Press[4].

Personal life

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Yamas identifies as queer[1]. He lives in Los Angeles with his dog[5]

Awards

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Bibliography

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  • Tweakerworld. Los Angeles: Unnamed Press. 2023.

References

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  1. ^ a b Patterson, Denny (2023-03-22). "Jason Yamas Recounts Drug Addiction and Dealing in New Memoir". OUT FRONT. Retrieved 2024-06-19.
  2. ^ "A former drug lord lifts the veil on the meth epidemic sweeping the gay community". NBC News. 2023-03-06. Retrieved 2024-06-19.
  3. ^ "Unionville High School names its honor roll students". Daily Local. 2001-01-18. Retrieved 2024-06-19.
  4. ^ a b "Unnamed - Tweakerworld". www.unnamedpress.com. Retrieved 2024-06-19.
  5. ^ "Jason Yamas Discusses 'Tweakerworld,' His Chaotic Memoir of Becoming Dependent on Meth, Then a Mega-Dealer". www.thebody.com. 2023-06-07. Retrieved 2024-06-19.