Hannah Kent is an acclaimed Australian writer, celebrated for her vivid and insightful literary works. Born in 1985 in Adelaide, South Australia, Kent has established herself as a prominent figure in literary fiction and historical fiction genres. She pursued her higher education at Flinders University, where she honed her skills and deepened her passion for storytelling.

Kent's debut novel, Burial Rites (2013), garnered international acclaim, marking her entry into the literary world. Translated into 30 languages, it was shortlisted for prestigious awards such as the Women's Prize for Fiction and the Guardian First Book Award. It won several awards including the ABIA Literary Fiction Book of the Year, the Indie Awards Debut Fiction Book of the Year, the Victorian Premier's People's Choice Award, and was shortlisted for the International IMPAC Dublin Literary Award.

In 2016, Kent published her second novel, The Good People, further cementing her status as a talented writer. This work was shortlisted for the Walter Scott Prize for Historical Fiction, the Indie Book Award for Fiction, and the ABIA Literary Fiction Book of the Year, and has been translated into 10 languages.

Kent's third novel, Devotion, was published in 2021, continuing her exploration of deep human emotions and historical settings. Beyond her novels, Kent is recognized for her appearances at literary festivals and her contributions to the broader literary community.