Monique Tilford
Monique Tilford is an author hailing from Allen, Texas. She is the author of several novels and has been highlighted in numerous articles and features in national magazines and literary publications. Monique’s work has been described as ‘enthralling’, ‘powerful’ and ‘brimming with heart’.
Monique was first inspired to pursue writing after reading Alice Walker’s novel, The Color Purple. She was absolutely inspired by Walker’s story of resilience and strength and realized that she wanted to be able to craft stories like that for others to read.
Monique began writing her first novel, Becoming Winter, in 2009. Becoming Winter tells the story of a young woman by the name of Winter Callahan who discovers she has a rare condition that causes her to age faster than a normal person. Winter is diagnosed with Progeria and she must quickly come to grips with her mortality and reexamine her responsibilities as she fights against a rapidly aging body. Becoming Winter brought Monique international acclaim.
In 2014, Monique followed up Becoming Winter with her second novel titled Moonbird. In this story, Monique introduces us to Meena, a strong and independent business woman is forced to reexamine her deep rooted insecurities when having to face her high profile ex-boyfriend. Meena’s story is a gripping journey to self acceptance as she learns to forgive and accept her past so she can find her true love.
Monique's third novel, The Ride Along, is set in historic Brownsville, TX and tells the story of Eliza, a young girl struggling to adapt to rural living after living most of her life in Houston. Eliza quickly learns to adapt to the small town life and form meaningful relationships with her new neighbors.
Monique’s fourth novel, Schrodinger’s Coyote, follows a young PhD student named Curtis as he takes on a mysterious opportunity to leverage his science skills to bring an alien intelligence back to Earth. This story does not just focus on the implications of this mission, but rather on the human and ethical implications of scientific exploration.
Monique’s fifth novel, Sharks of Kent, tells the story of Adrian who is sent to work in the Kent mines to pay off the debt he acquired while taking care of his sister on her deathbed. The story follows his journey as he discovers himself in a faraway land, where his hopes and dreams can finally take shape.
Monique’s sixth novel, Heyford Cray, is set in London and takes readers on a thrilling adventure about a group of teenagers who embark on an illegal adventure, invading the overcrowded underground of London. The story is full of rebellious adventure and showcases the power of friendship and how it can help bring people together.
All of Monique’s novels contain a common theme of exploring the human condition and all of the complexities that come with it. Monique’s work has resonated with readers of all ages who have gone on to become passionate fans. Monique is passionate about bringing together readers with her moving stories and giving them something to relish.
Monique wirres her stories with intense and incredible detail. You can almost feel the characters’ sense of discovery, their strength and their resolve, right through the pages of every one of Monique’s novels. Each story works to highlight the power of the human spirit while encouraging readers to continue to hope, dream and strive for what they want to achieve.
Monique is currently working on her seventh novel which is set to be a contemporary fantasy. Her work has been the subject of many interviews and scholarly works and she is continuing to reach more and more readers. With her newest release, she is sure to turn heads once again.
If you’re looking for an enthralling read that is brimming with heart and emotion, look no further than Monique Tilford’s novels. Her stories are sometimes stunning, often heartbreaking, but always strive to capture the incredible beauty and complexity of being human. Monique Tilford is an exciting and innovative author whose works are sure to leave a lasting impression.
