Alexandra Edwards

Alexandra Edwards, Ph.D., is a Lecturer in the English Department at Texas Christian University (TCU), affiliated with the AddRan College of Liberal Arts. Her research focuses on early 20th-century American literature and film, digital interactive storytelling, and antiracist/anarchist pedagogy. She holds a Ph.D. in English from the University of Georgia (2017), an MA from Villanova University (2012), and a BA from Oglethorpe University (2006).

• Education:
  • Ph.D., English, University of Georgia (2017)
  • MA, English, Villanova University (2012)
  • BA, English, Oglethorpe University (2006)

Her teaching portfolio includes courses like Approaches to Film, Intro to Nonfiction Genres: Anarchist Nonfiction, and Multimedia Authoring. Her research explores intersections between fan cultures, media history, and pedagogical innovation. Notable publications include Before Fanfiction: Recovering the Literary History of American Media Fandom (LSU Press, 2023) and articles on Virginia Woolf, Jane Austen adaptations, and ecological film studies.

Edwards’ work emphasizes digital storytelling and critical pedagogy, advocating for inclusive classroom practices. Her recent scholarship bridges early 20th-century literary fandom with modern digital engagement, highlighting underrepresented voices in media history.