Hannah Lalhlanpuii
Hannah Lalhlanpuii | |
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| Occupation(s) | Writer, Assistant Professor |
| Notable work | When Blackbirds Fly |
Hannah Lalhlanpuii is a Mizo author and academic from Aizawl, Mizoram, India known for her contributions to literature that highlight Mizo history and culture. Her work encompasses themes such as postcolonial studies, trauma writing, and children's literature.[1][2]
Early life and education
[edit]Hannah pursued her Bachelor of Arts in English at St. Edmund's College, Shillong, Meghalaya, followed by a Master of Arts in English from North-Eastern Hill University, Meghalaya.[3] She earned her Master of Philosophy from the University of Hyderabad, Telangana, and completed her Doctor of Philosophy at Mizoram University. Her academic focus includes postcolonial studies, trauma writing, and children's literature.[4]
Career
[edit]In August 2022, Hannah joined the Department of English at Mizoram Christian College as an Assistant Professor.[5] Her academic interests lie in postcolonial studies, trauma writing, and children's literature.[6] In addition to teaching, she has contributed poems and short stories to local publications in Mizoram and works as a freelance writer for English news outlets in the state.[7]
Hannah's debut novel, When Blackbirds Fly,[8] was published in February 2022. Set during the 1966 bombing of Aizawl, the novel provides a sensitive portrayal of the impact of conflict on children and civilians.[9] Her short story, "A Bird Called Freedom," was featured in the anthology Big Mistakes: An Anthology of Growing Up and Other Tough Stuffs (2021[10]). Additionally, two of her poems were included in Lockdown Literature from Mizoram (2021). Her work aims to promote Mizo history and culture, offering readers an intimate glimpse into the region's past.[11][12]
References
[edit]- ^ "Hannah Lalhlanpuii". Penguin Random House India. Retrieved 2025-03-24.
- ^ "Hannah Lalhlanpuii – Neev Literature Festival". Retrieved 2025-03-24.
- ^ Bahn, Divya (2020-04-21). "Read a book and kill boredom during the COVID-19 pandemic the Mizo way". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2025-03-24.
- ^ "Mizoram Christian College". www.mizoramchristiancollege.org. Retrieved 2025-03-24.
- ^ "Hannah Lalhlanpuii • Brahmaputra Literature Festival". 2025-01-05. Retrieved 2025-03-24.
- ^ "#Review: When Blackbirds Fly by Hannah L. – Lavender Orchids". Retrieved 2025-03-25.
- ^ Girish, Rati (2022-03-31). "Hannah Lalhlanpuii on writing When Blackbirds Fly and the art of combining personal stories with historical fiction for children". Mother of Readers. Retrieved 2025-03-24.
- ^ Reporter, Staff (2022-03-16). "When Blackbirds Fly by Hannah Lalhlanpuii". RobinAge. Retrieved 2025-03-24.
- ^ "A novel recounts the Mizo 'independence' movement, and the life of a young boy caught in its turmoil". The Indian Express. 2022-08-14. Retrieved 2025-03-24.
- ^ "'When Blackbirds Fly': Why Mizoram author Hannah Lalhlanpuii talks about insurgency from a child's eyes". Mid-day. 2022-12-17. Retrieved 2025-03-24.
- ^ ""I wanted to tell the story of people whose traumatic experiences during the insurgency are silenced by political narratives": Hannah Lalhlanpuii, Author | Conversations – Kunzum". 2022-03-04. Retrieved 2025-03-24.
- ^ Iyer, Sahana (2022-03-12). "The price of our past". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2025-03-24.