Hi, I’m Emilie Turner. I’m an Australian author who loves writing stories with strong emotional undercurrents, atmospheric settings, and characters who feel real. I’m drawn to stories that explore romance (especially slow-burn!), resilience, history and fantasy.
At the heart of everything I write is a love of language and moments that leave a mark. I want my work to feel immersive, something readers can step into and carry with them after they’ve finished.
Check out my published novels here: emilieturner.com/published-books
From The Blog:
What Comes Back: A Poem
When they first learned to toddle on uncertain, dimpled feet, they pulled away with bright delight to find the world was sweet. . They wanted doors left open, wanted room to run ahead, and yet the dark would find them still curled in the middle of our bed. . They marched through school with backpacks…
Ode To My Family
O my family,small collection of noise and need,you rise with the sun and scatter crumbslike evidence of joy. Youone year old,still learning the grammar of the world,speaking in hands and eyes,teaching me that love beginsbefore language ever arrives. Youtwo years old,all insistence and wonder,a will made of lightning,testing gravity, patience, and mercywith the same fearless…
The Art of Creating Dynamic and Memorable Characters in Your Writing
As a mum of three kids under four, finding quiet moments to write can feel like hunting for leprechauns. But when I do get that precious time, what I love most is bringing characters to life. It’s an art to get a memorable and dynamic character right. You want them to jump off the page…
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Hi! I’m Emilie, previously a full-time administrator and now a full-time mum. I’m a passionate writer pursuing my dream of becoming a published author! When I’m not spending time with my husband and kids, I’m usually delving into a good book or working on my writing. Read more.
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