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Maria Holmgren Troy is a Professor of English and Director of the KuFo research group at Karlstad University, Sweden. She specializes in American literature with focuses on 19th-century fairy tales, Gothic fiction, and science fiction, particularly the works of Octavia Butler. Her research explores themes of cultural memory, kinship, and adaptation in literature and media. She has authored/co-authored major works such as Nordic Gothic (2020) and Making Home: Orphanhood, Kinship, and Cultural Memory in Contemporary American Novels (2014). Troy has held visiting scholar positions at UC Berkeley, Stanford University, and Victoria University of Wellington. Education: PhD in English (American Literature) from Uppsala University (1999), Teaching degree in Swedish, English, and History from University of Gothenburg (1990). Research collaborations include projects funded by the Swedish Research Council and international partnerships with scholars from Linnaeus University, Gothenburg University, and others. Her articles analyze Gothic themes, speculative fiction, and cultural adaptation in works by authors like Butler, Lindqvist, and Somtow. She teaches courses on dystopia, science fiction, and African American women's literature at the MA and PhD levels. Troy serves on academic boards for journals like WiN: The EAAS Women's Network Journal and American Studies in Scandinavia , and has held leadership roles in organizations such as the Nordic Association for American Studies (NAAS). Her recent work emphasizes Octavia Butler's legacy, Nordic Gothic traditions, and interdisciplinary approaches to kinship studies. She actively engages in comparative analyses of literature and media across cultural boundaries, with a focus on transnational Gothic adaptations and postcolonial perspectives.

• American Literature
• 19th-Century Fairy Tales
• Gothic Fiction
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Johan Alfredsson is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Literature, History of Ideas, and Religion at the University of Gothenburg. He maintains an active research profile with numerous publications spanning from 2008 to the present, including several works scheduled for 2025 publication. His work demonstrates interdisciplinary engagement across literary studies, cultural analysis, and educational theory. Alfredsson's research focuses primarily on Nordic poetry, with particular emphasis on contemporary Swedish and Scandinavian poetic traditions. His scholarly interests include the political dimensions of poetic language, children's literature and poetry, gender studies in literature, multilingual poetry, and the relationship between poetry and environmental concerns. He frequently explores how poetic language functions in educational contexts, particularly in relation to children's development and literacy. His recent publications (2021-2025) reveal a trajectory toward increasingly interdisciplinary work that connects poetry with broader social, political, and environmental concerns. Alfredsson demonstrates particular interest in ecopoetry, the role of poetry in addressing contemporary social polarization, and the performative potential of poetic language in children's literature. His scholarship often examines specific poets including Kristina Lugn, Ursula Andkjær Olsen, Ida Börjel, and Cia Rinne. Alfredsson frequently collaborates with other scholars, as evidenced by co-authored publications including "Poesins platser" with Julia Pennlert and "Kjønnskrift/Kønskrift/Könskrift" with Hadle Oftedal Andersen and Susanne Kemp. His work appears in both Swedish and international academic venues, reflecting his engagement with both national and global scholarly conversations.

• Nordic Poetry
• Contemporary Literature
• Children's Literature
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Piia Posti is a Senior Lecturer in Literary Studies with a postcolonial focus at Linnaeus University since 2007. She currently serves as Head of the Department of Film and Literature and is a member of the Linnaeus University Centre for Concurrences in Colonial and Postcolonial Studies and the Centre for Childhood Research in Literature, Language and Learning (CHILLL) . PhD in English Literature from Stockholm University (2005) Doctoral thesis: Relationship between landscape, visuality, and exile in Gerald Murnane's writings Research Interests : Postcolonial theory, feelgood literature, children's literature, popular culture, and entrepreneurship in cultural contexts. Her recent work explores Bridgerton as speculative romance, Jane Austen's Mansfield Park through colonial connections, and feelgood literature as a reflection of 21st-century gender dynamics. Publications & Projects : Co-edited the anthology Speglingar av feelgood (2022) and authored the 2024 article Feelgood Literature: Entrepreneurial Robinsonades for the 21st Century Woman . Current projects include postcolonial analysis of Jane Austen and entrepreneurship in feelgood narratives. Teaching Contributions : Developed Sweden's first university course on feelgood literature (2022) and courses on the Nobel Prize, postcolonial studies, and Jane Austen. Her teaching integrates gender studies and cultural sociology perspectives. Leadership Roles : Head of Film and Literature Department (2023-), member of The Cultural University reference group (2024-), and Education Board member (2022).

• Postcolonial Theory
• Children's and Young Adult Literature
• Feelgood Literature
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Anna Salomonsson is a Lecturer and researcher in Literary Studies at Linnaeus University, Department of Film and Literature, within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. She defended her doctoral thesis in 2017 on postcolonial power relations in Sara Lidman's works and has since focused on ecocriticism, children's literature, and literary didactics. Her roles include subject manager for literary studies (2022–2025), vice-dean (2022–2023), and coordinator for Swedish within supplementary pedagogical education (2020–2023). Research interests span postcolonial studies, ecocriticism, and gender analysis, with notable contributions to analyzing climate crisis in literature and colonial discourse in Nordic contexts. She is affiliated with research groups such as the Linnaeus University Centre for Concurrences in Colonial and Postcolonial Studies and the Centre for Subject Didactic Research in Arts and Humanities (Cähl). Her teaching includes courses on women’s writing, Elin Wägner, and postcolonial literature, alongside contributions to teacher education programs. Recent publications highlight critical engagements with Mats Söderlund’s poetry, children’s literature pedagogy, and ecocritical analyses of Nordic authors.

• Postcolonial Studies
• Ecocriticism
• Children's and Young Adult Literature
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Stina-Karin Skillermark is a Lecturer at Linköping University's Department of Communication, Literature and Swedish (KLS) within the Department of Culture and Society (IKOS). She is actively engaged in doctoral studies through the SPLIT (Swedish Subject in the New Media Landscape) research network, focusing on the intersection of literary history, media ecology, and educational broadcasting. Her research examines how educational radio programs have historically conveyed knowledge about literary eras and authorship, with particular attention to antiquity, romanticism, and Strindberg across different time periods (1960-2012). She approaches this subject from media ecology, literary didactics, and literary studies perspectives, analyzing how these programs construct meaning and engage audiences. Her scholarly work reveals consistent patterns in how Swedish educational radio has framed literary history, showing evolving approaches to canonical authors and periods while maintaining certain pedagogical frameworks. Her publications primarily appear as book chapters in academic anthologies focused on Nordic mother tongue subjects and language didactics. As an educator, Skillermark teaches literature didactics for prospective teachers, leads German literature seminars, supervises theses with literary focus, and contributes to children's and young adult literature courses. Her teaching practice directly informs her research on literature education in the media landscape.

• Literary Didactics
• Swedish Language Education
• Media Ecology
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Malin Alkestrand is an Associate Professor and Docent in Literature with an educational focus at Linnaeus University. She specializes in children’s/YA literature, particularly exploring how fantasy and dystopian genres address educational values like democracy and human rights. Her roles include teaching courses on Harry Potter, teacher training programs, and supervising students in literature and pedagogy. She leads the teacher council on children’s/YA literature and co-heads the CHILLL research center (Childhood Research in Literature, Language, and Learning). Education: PhD in Comparative Literature (Lund University), Docent in Literature (2021). Courses taught include 'Harry Potter and His Worlds' and teacher education programs. Research Interests: Educational potential of dystopian literature, age-related power dynamics, fantasy literature’s role in moral education. Recent works include Mothers and Murderers (2021), analyzing YA dystopias’ portrayal of adult oppression, and Magical Possibilities (2016), applying fantasy literature to classroom value discussions. Articles Overview: Focus on cognitive scripts in Harry Potter adaptations, dystopian archetypes, and educational applications of speculative fiction. Recent publications emphasize taboo topics and gender dynamics in contemporary YA texts. Awards: Docent title (2021), recognizing her academic standing and research contributions. Advising & Grants: Supervises PhD students in literature education, led BA thesis supervision in 2023, and designs research courses on children’s literature pedagogy. Active in grants for interdisciplinary childhood studies. Lab/Teams: CHILLL research center co-leader, focusing on interdisciplinary childhood studies. Collaborates globally, including visiting scholar work at the University of Cambridge (2017).

• Children's and Young Adult (YA) Literature
• Fantasy Literature in Education
• Dystopian Literature
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Lydia Wistisen is an Associate Professor and Senior Lecturer in the Department of Culture and Aesthetics at Stockholm University, specializing in children's and young adult literature. She teaches courses on children's and young adult literature as well as feminist and modern literary history. Her research focuses on young adult literature and the complex relationship between text, space, and identity. Wistisen is currently leading the project The Child in the Wasteocene: Trash Thematics, Waste Aesthetics, and Environmental Ethics in Swedish Children's Culture 1969–1977 , funded by Riksbankens Jubileumsfond, which examines how waste functions in Swedish children's media during a period of heightened environmental awareness. Previously, she completed her doctoral thesis Gångtunneln: Urbana erfarenheter i svensk ungdomslitteratur 1890–2010 (2017), analyzing city representations in Swedish young adult literature across more than a century, and conducted a postdoctoral project (2018–2020) on youth culture in post-war literature. Wistisen's publications reveal strong thematic trends in environmental humanities, particularly waste studies and the Anthropocene, alongside urban studies and gender analysis. Her work frequently examines how literary representations engage with social issues including poverty, generational conflict, and identity formation. She approaches these topics through intersectional frameworks that consider age, gender, class, ethnicity, and sexuality. As an active member of the academic community, Wistisen reviews children's and young adult literature for Dagens Nyheter and has served on the editorial boards of Barnelitterært Forskningstidsskrift, Tidskrift för litteraturvetenskap, and Aiolos: Tidskrift för litteratur, teori och estetik. Her research is supported by significant grants including those from Riksbankens Jubileumsfond and Anna Ahlström och Ellen Terserus stiftelse.

• Children's Literature
• Young Adult Literature
• Environmental Humanities
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Sibylle Menzel-Kühne serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Education at Mid Sweden University, based in Sundsvall. Her institutional role includes active teaching responsibilities and curriculum-related research within the university's educational framework. Her research centers on literature integration in pedagogy, specifically developing teacher resources for children's and young adult fiction. The 2016 publication on Michelle Paver's 'Vargbröder' series demonstrates her focus on practical classroom applications of literary works, emphasizing structured guidance for educators implementing narrative analysis in curricula. This work reflects broader interests in educational methodology and age-appropriate literary engagement. While no advising relationships or grant activities are documented in available sources, her publication indicates collaborative project work with regional educational institutions like Länsbiblioteket Västernorrland, suggesting community-engaged scholarship approaches within Northern Swedish educational contexts.

• Education
• Literature
• Teacher Training
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Helen Asklund is a Senior Lecturer in Literary Studies at Mid Sweden University's Department of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSV), where she teaches literary studies, literary didactics, and creative writing across teacher training programs. Since 2022, she serves as Deputy Dean for English linguistics, literary studies, and Swedish language programs. Concurrently, Asklund works as a university pedagogical developer in the Division for Research and Educational Support, teaching higher education pedagogy courses and mentoring for the national course 'Assessing Pedagogical Skills.' She represents HSV in Mid Sweden University's ULF group, fostering university-school collaborations, and co-edits the report series Educational Studies at Mid Sweden University . Her research explores four interconnected domains: Children's and young adult literature, with specialization in horse books and reading practices Literary didactics and educational methodologies Therapeutic applications of fiction in health contexts Higher education pedagogy and faculty development Current projects include an anthology on horse book readers' experiences (2026) and a historical overview of Swedish horse literature. Asklund's publications (2017–2025) demonstrate strong interdisciplinary focus, with 67% analyzing children's literature (particularly equine narratives and mother-daughter dynamics), 20% addressing higher education pedagogy, and 13% examining fiction's role in health and society. Her work frequently employs reader-response theory, feminist analysis, and didactic frameworks. Awards & Recognition: Meritorious Teacher (Swedish: Meriterad Lärare ) for outstanding pedagogical contributions. Academic Service: Editorial board member for pedagogical publication series Committee for Pedagogical Qualifications member Pedagogical expert for faculty assessments Education & Credentials: PhD in Literary Studies (Uppsala University, 2008) Teaching Qualification for Upper Secondary Schools (2012) Master in Library and Information Science (University of Borås, 2013) Upper Secondary Teaching Degree in Swedish/English (Malmö University, 2000)

• Children's and Young Adult Literature
• Literary Didactics
• Fiction and Health
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Anna-Karin Jonasson serves as a University Lecturer in Literary Studies at Mid Sweden University's Department of Humanities and Social Sciences, specializing in ecocritical analyses of Nordic literature with particular focus on Kerstin Ekman's works and Western Norrland regional writing. Her academic credentials include: Doctor of Philosophy from Åbo Akademi University, Finland (2022) Master of Philosophy in Literary Studies from Mid Sweden University (2005) Jonasson's research employs Bakhtinian chronotope theory to investigate border dynamics in literary representations of time and space, examining how societal transformations like Swedish modernization and world wars impact narrative structures. Her work critically engages with fiction's capacity to reflect material reality while problematizing competing worldviews through encounters in Kerstin Ekman's Vargskinnet trilogy. Her publications reveal consistent thematic focus on environmental narratives and cultural borderlands across Northern European contexts, demonstrating how literature interrogates power structures related to time, space, and ecological consciousness through meticulous textual analysis. Jonasson teaches core courses in Literary Studies AC, Creative Writing A, and Children's and Young Adult Literature, integrating her research expertise into pedagogical practice at Mid Sweden University's Sundsvall campus.

• Ecocriticism
• Fictional depictions of time and space
• Kerstin Ekman's writings
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Åse Hedemark is a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in the Department of ALM (Archival Science, Library and Information Science, and Museology) at Uppsala University's Faculty of Arts. Her research focuses on reading practices, library policy, and the cultural significance of public libraries in Swedish society. Her educational background, while not explicitly detailed in the provided information, is evident through her extensive scholarly contributions to library and information science. Her work demonstrates deep engagement with theoretical frameworks in cultural policy, literacy studies, and reader development. Hedemark's research interests primarily center around reading practices across different demographic groups, cultural policy analysis, and the evolving role of public libraries in contemporary society. Her work examines how reading is constructed in policy documents, how different populations engage with reading, and how libraries function as cultural and social spaces. She has made significant contributions to understanding children's literacy development, reading among young adults, and the experiences of marginalized groups including elderly readers and people with neuropsychiatric disabilities. Her publications reveal a consistent focus on the intersection of reading practices, cultural policy, and library services in Sweden, with particular attention to historical developments and contemporary challenges. The research demonstrates a strong methodological approach combining discourse analysis, observational studies, and literature reviews to explore how reading is framed in policy and experienced in practice. Hedemark has received recognition through citations in academic literature, with several of her publications referenced in Wikipedia pages and cited by researchers on platforms like Mendeley, indicating her influence in the field of library and information science. Her scholarly activities include supervision of students, though specific names are not provided in the available information. She has also contributed to edited volumes and conference proceedings, demonstrating active participation in academic discourse within her field. Hedemark's work has practical implications for library services, particularly regarding inclusive programming for diverse user groups and the development of policies that support reading as a cultural and social practice. Her research on storytime practices, early literacy programs, and library outreach demonstrates attention to the practical application of theoretical insights in library settings.

• Library and Information Science
• Reading Practices
• Public Libraries
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Malin Löf Nyqvist is a Postdoctoral Fellow at Linköping University, affiliated with both the Department of Culture and Society (IKOS) and the Department of Communication, Literature and Swedish (KLS). Her research focuses on the relationship between humans and their environment as portrayed in fiction, particularly in relation to contemporary environmental problems and risks. Her research interests include eco-/geocritical perspectives, gender studies, postcolonial theory, speculative fiction, cli-fi (climate fiction), and genre studies, with a primary focus on Nordic fiction. She has conducted significant research on flood depictions in Swedish literature through her dissertation Hundred-Year Floods: Flood Depictions in Contemporary Swedish Prose (2023) and is currently working on the project Radioactive Spaces: Nuclear Power, Resistance and Spatiality in Swedish Fiction 1974–2022 , which examines representations of nuclear power plants and radioactivity in Swedish literature. Her publications demonstrate a consistent focus on environmental themes in contemporary literature, particularly examining how spatial and temporal dimensions are represented in flood narratives and other environmental crisis scenarios. The body of work shows increasing scholarly recognition, with media coverage in major Swedish outlets including Dagens Nyheter, Sveriges Radio, and regional newspapers. As an educator, she has taught courses in ecocriticism, postcolonial criticism, children's and young adult literature, and creative writing. Her work bridges literary analysis with contemporary environmental concerns, contributing to the growing field of environmental humanities.

• Ecocriticism
• Environmental Literature
• Nordic Fiction
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Maria Nilson is an Associate Professor in Comparative Literature at Linnaeus University's Faculty of Arts and Humanities. As co-founder of the Center for Studies in Popular Culture (PoCuS) , she bridges academic and popular literature through innovative teaching of Romance, Fantasy, and Young Adult literature. Her digital humanities work includes developing the MOOC Fantastic Fiction and Where to Find It and pioneering online literary pedagogy. Specializing in Romance fiction analysis Gender and postfeminism in YA literature Feel-Good genre evolution Steampunk cultural critique Nilson's research reveals how popular genres reflect societal values. Her recent publications examine reproductive ethics in dystopian YA fiction and nostalgic elements in Astrid Lindgren adaptations. Current projects include Steampunk romance narratives Feel-Good literature's cultural positioning Swedish Pixi book series analysis with collaborations across Scandinavia's academic institutions.

• Popular Literature
• Comparative Literature
• Romance Studies
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Corina Löwe is a Lecturer in German with a focus on literature at Linnaeus University, where she has worked since 2004. She holds a PhD from Stockholm University, focusing on East German children's literature. Her research explores societal processes reflected in children's and young adult literature, intermediality, and climate change communication. She is affiliated with the Linnaeus University Centre for Intermedial and Multimodal Studies (IMS) and leads projects on intermedial ecocriticism and narrative authenticity in legal contexts. Löwe also contributes to educational initiatives, including virtual mobility programs and MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses). She currently serves as pro-dean for the Faculty of Arts and Humanities and is part of the university's sustainability council. Her teaching includes German conversation, literature, and cultural studies, with a focus on fostering critical engagement with texts and media. Education: PhD in German Literature (Stockholm University, 2011) Research Projects: Intermedial Ecocriticism, Narrating the Trial, Food Culture in Climate Fiction Teaching: German language, literature, and cultural studies; advisor for bachelor's and master's theses Research Interests: Children’s literature as a societal seismograph, multimodal storytelling, climate change representation, and educational innovation. She emphasizes the role of literature in addressing contemporary challenges like ecological crises and societal memory.

• Children's Literature
• Intermedial Studies
• Cultural Studies
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Angela Marx Åberg is an Associate Professor at Linnaeus University's Department of Languages within the Faculty of Arts and Humanities. She serves as a teacher in language didactic courses for German and Swedish as a second language, researcher in subject didactic research, Program Council Leader for the Subject Teacher Degree, and Program Manager for the Nordic Master's Program for Language Teachers. She is also part of the management team for the Center for Subject Didactic Research in Arts and Humanities (Cähl) and a member of the Literature Didactic Network steering group. Her research focuses on reading motivation in language teaching, literary texts in language instruction, and authenticity in educational contexts. She explores how narrative tension engages readers, particularly young women, and examines the role of literature as a platform for authentic language experiences. Her work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical classroom applications, emphasizing student-centered approaches that move beyond basic reading comprehension to meaningful literary encounters. Analysis of her publication trends reveals consistent focus on language didactics, particularly German and Swedish language teaching. Her work shows evolution from literary analysis (early career) to practical applications in language teaching methodology. Recent publications emphasize digital learning environments, hybrid teaching models, and contemporary issues in language education. Her research consistently connects literary theory with practical classroom applications, demonstrating how narrative techniques can enhance language learning experiences. As Program Council Leader and Program Manager, Marx Åberg supervises independent student work within the subject teacher program for German. She leads the Center for Subject Didactic Research in Arts and Humanities, coordinating interdisciplinary research across language disciplines. Her educational leadership extends to the Nordic Master's Program for Language Teachers, shaping teacher education across multiple languages. Marx Åberg's research is primarily conducted through the Center for Subject Didactic Research in Arts and Humanities (Cähl), where she collaborates with colleagues on projects examining language teaching methodology, literary instruction, and innovative approaches to language education. Her current involvement in the 'Differentiated integration?' pilot project demonstrates her commitment to strengthening pedagogical foundations for subject teacher students.

• Language Didactics
• German Language Teaching
• Swedish as a Second Language
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