Daniel O'Connor

Dr Daniel O'Connor is a Lecturer in the Department of English, specializing in contemporary literature and creative writing. His research explores intersections of trauma theory, capitalist realism, and twentieth-century poetry, with a particular focus on Ted Hughes. He is also a practicing novelist and critic.

• Teaches courses in American and British poetic writing since 1930
• Co-ordinates modules on British writing since 1945 and creative writing dissertations
• Researches 'capitalist (un)realism' in literature from Franz Kafka to Ali Smith

O'Connor's publications include critical chapters on Ted Hughes and his debut novel Nothing (2021). He is currently working on a novel titled Now and in England, examining class and family dynamics in North-East England. His creative work spans fiction and socially engaged writing practice.

He offers academic support via Microsoft Teams and contributes to the Department of English's public research engagement initiatives.