Rachael

I’m a sci-fi author from Northern Ireland. My debut novel, Edge of Heaven, was shortlisted for the Arthur C Clarke Award and the ESFS Award for Best Work of Fiction. The sequel, On the Brink, was longlisted for the BSFA Award for Best Novel. I’ve been writing since I was old enough to hold a pen, published since 2003, and helping emerging authors find their creative path for almost a decade as a writing tutor and mentor.

From Belfast to the beyond: Narnia, Westeros, and the Northern Irish science fiction scene

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From Belfast to the Beyond: Narnia, Westeros, and the Northern Irish science fiction scene As a Belfast writer, born and bred, I’m proud to be part of the rich tradition of speculative fiction in Northern Ireland.​And if you’re thinking, “Northern Ireland has a rich tradition of speculative fiction…?” don’t worry – you’re not alone. We

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