Zlotchew joined the US Naval Reserve at 17 and was honorably discharged as Chief Petty Officer at age 33. His experiences at sea and in various ports have left a deep impression that shows up in several of his short stories.
He has worked for the export department of a large liquor manufacturer, has been Coordinator for a N.Y. State agency supplying instruction to Hispanic seasonal workers in rural N.Y. State, taught Spanish in high school and in several universities. Zlotchew is presently Distinguished Teaching Professor of Spanish (language more...
