Hannah Tinti

Hannah Tinti is a highly regarded American author, known for her compelling and relatable characters. She has made a name for herself as a prolific writer of both short stories and long-form novels, with her work often centered around fiction that is driven by complex and well-developed protagonists. Tinti's writing is known for its universal themes and accessible style, making it easy for readers to relate to and become invested in her characters.

Tinti grew up in Salem, Massachusetts and is the co-founder and executive editor of One Story magazine. She has won numerous awards for her work, including being a runner-up for the PEN/Hemingway award for her short story collection "Animal Crackers" and winning the Center for Fiction's First Novel Prize for her debut novel "The Good Thief". Her latest novel, "The Twelve Lives of Samuel Hawley" was a national bestseller and is in development for television with Netflix.

In addition to her work as an author, Tinti is also an accomplished editor and teacher. She is a co-founder and executive editor of One Story magazine, which has won several awards including the AWP Small Press Publisher Award, CLMP’s Firecracker Award, a 2020 Whiting Prize, and the PEN/Magid Award for Excellence in Editing. She also teaches creative writing at New York University’s MFA program and co-founded the Sirenland Writers Conference. With her impressive body of work and contributions to the literary community, Tinti is a highly respected and influential figure in the world of contemporary fiction.