The End, the Beginning, and Everything In Between

After months of writing, editing, late nights, and quiet moments of inspiration, Queen’s Road is finally stepping out into the world. This post reflects on the end of one chapter and the beginning of another and what it means to see a story become a real book.

The Ceremony of Wings

A Small Update, A Big Step

A quiet update from behind the scenes — the website is live, Queen’s Road is moving through Amazon setup, the Kindle preorder is on its way, and Book Two has already started whispering in the background.

A Quiet December

A gentle reflection on Christmas planning, putting the tree up, late-night writing, and leaning into creativity and learning during the quieter moments of December.

How I Create the Atmosphere Around My Stories

I wanted to share a gentle behind-the-scenes look at how I build atmosphere around my stories, using sketches, photography, cosy editing sessions, and lots of creative curiosity. Every visual is carefully crafted, shaped by hand, and designed to reflect the warmth and emotion of my worlds.

From Feedback to Fire — Why I Started Writing Queen’s Road

A companion novel invitation, a kind rejection, and a spark of belief changed everything. Queen’s Road didn’t fit The Undead universe, it became its own. At nearly 50, I leaned into fear, family, and folklore, writing a zombie-survival story based on my real home and real people I love. Book One is with the editor. Book Two is unfolding. This is how it began.

Opening the Door: My ARC Journey Begins

A gentle, honest reflection on preparing my ARC programme, the excitement of sharing Queen’s Road with early readers, and the butterflies that come with opening my world to others for the first time.me way they have stayed with me. I hope the heart of the story reaches someone who ne

Welcome to Emma’s Writing Desk

A warm hello and a gentle introduction to my writing space. This blog is where I share the quieter side of my creative life, from behind-the-scenes notes and story moments to updates on Queen’s Road, my ARC journey, and the short stories I am developing.