Hannah Kent is an Australian writer of the 21st century; author of Burial Rites and The Good People; hook: her debut became an international bestseller, translated into dozens of languages. Inspired by a student exchange in Iceland, she transforms forgotten history into lyrical fiction. Her novels spotlight women’s voices, blending stark realism with a haunting, poetic style.
📚 Born in Adelaide, once dreamed of becoming an actress. 🌍 While in Iceland, she discovered the story of the last woman executed there in 1829 – it inspired Burial Rites. ✍️ Began the novel as a PhD project, it turned into a global bestseller. 🎭 Co-founder of the literary journal Kill Your Darlings. 🏆 Winner and nominee of multiple prizes, including the Baileys Prize. 💡 Passionate about reclaiming silenced women’s stories from history. 🎬 Burial Rites is set for film adaptation starring Jennifer Lawrence. 🌿 Finds inspiration writing in solitude, close to nature. 😄 Jokes that dusty archives excite her more than crowded parties.