Kate Cantrell is a writer, editor, and critic working at the intersection of trauma studies, narrative health, and arts advocacy. Her research specialisation is popular representations of trauma and illness, with a special focus on the health narratives of children and adolescents. Kate has published over 80 journal articles, book chapters, and conference papers in top-ranked publications in trauma studies, health education, and the creative arts, as well as impact articles in high-profile outlets such as The Conversation, the ABC, and Times Higher Education. Her short stories, creative non-fiction, and poetry appear in highly-esteemed magazines and journals such as Overland, Meanjin, and Westerly. Kate’s work is driven by a natural concern with impact and engagement, as well as a commitment to seeking out alternative forums of output and audience. She has produced commissioned output for several community organisations and has consulted on global health and education campaigns at the United Nations. She is an award-winning educator who has won numerous teaching prizes and awards, including an AAUT citation for trauma-informed pedagogy. Kate has held international research and teaching positions at the University of Oxford, City University of London, and Otsuma Women's University.