Curriculum Vitae
Hannah Troy is a feminist horror and speculative fiction writer, educator, and workshop facilitator. Her work explores the intersections of grit, grief, and the spectral, rooted in the landscapes of Appalachia and one's self.
She is dedicated to empowering new creative voices through inclusive, craft-focused workshop design and creative writing pedagogy.
For a copy of Hannah's official CV, and an extensive list of Hannah's work, please submit a contact form on the Home page.
Experience
Adjunct Literary Arts Teacher
CAPA Pittsburgh Public School – Present
Teaching foundational creative writing to middle school students.
Graduate Instructor - First-Year Writing
Chatham University – Present
Exploring coming-of-age stories and guiding first-year Chatham students through the world of academic writing.
Assistant Editor - Fiction
The Fourth River, Chatham University – Present
Reading and reviewing submissions for Chatham's literary journal focused on place and nature.
Academic Advisor
Community College of Allegheny County – Present
Fostering and cultivating education within the Pittsburgh community.
Education
Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing
Chatham University – 2026 (Expected)
Bachelor of Arts in English & Secondary Education
Washington & Jefferson College - 2015
Skills
Feminist horror & speculative fiction
Novel and short story development
Workshop design & facilitation
Creative writing pedagogy
Curriculum development
Manuscript feedback & critique
Appalachian literary themes
Professional editing & proofreading