Emily Shilling

Emily Shilling is an author whose work demonstrates a remarkable range across genres, from contemporary fiction that explores complex human relationships and trauma recovery to epic fantasy adventures.

 

Her novel "Grace Under Fire" emerged from extensive conversations with women whose experiences informed the narrative, and her own experiences.

 

Tackling difficult themes of healing, personal growth, and finding strength in vulnerability with both honesty and nuance.

 

Her fantasy works, including the "Shadows of Ireiale" series (Currently "Ireiale's Peril" and "Ireiale's Choice"), showcase her ability to craft immersive worlds filled with political intrigue, magic, and morally complex characters facing impossible choices.

 

What unites her diverse body of work is a deep commitment to authentic storytelling that doesn't shy away from dark themes, whether she exploring trauma and healing in contemporary settings or depicting the harsh realities of war, power, and survival in fantasy realms.

 

Shilling writes with particular sensitivity to the experiences of women who have questioned their worth or struggled to find their place in the world, believing firmly that every woman's story matters and that healing is possible regardless of one's past.

 

Her dedication to her family and friends, evident in her heartfelt book dedications, reflects an author who draws strength from community and seeks to offer hope and understanding to readers navigating their own difficult journeys.