Sarah Elk
Sarah Elk is a young adult fantasy and sci-fi author, who is best known for her debut novel, The Eye of Memory. The novel follows the story of Ailea and her adventures in a world of beauty and danger. With a deep and complex narrative, Sarah Elk draws her audience into a story of love, rivalry, magic, and mystery.
Sarah Elk was born on April 25, 1986 in Orlando, Florida. As a young girl, she developed a deep love for literature, often reading throughout the day and night. From a young age she was a natural storyteller, creating fantasy tales and adventures for her friends and family. The idea for her first novel, The Eye of Memory, was born after she read a book about ancient Egypt and was inspired by the magic and mystery of the ancient world.
Growing up, Sarah Elk was passionate about books, but it wasn't until she became an adult that she truly began pursuing her passion for writing. She enrolled in classes at The University of Central Florida, and graduated with a degree in Creative Writing for Children and Young Adults. After graduating, she worked as a freelance writer, writing articles and short stories for publications, including the Orlando Sentinel. She finally decided to take a leap of faith and pursue her dreams of becoming an author.
In 2018, Sarah Elk released her very first book, The Eye of Memory. The novel follows Ailea, a young girl whose life is changed forever when an unexpected visitor gifts her with an eye of memory. After the strange event, Ailea discovers that she has the power to enter the minds of the dead and learn their secrets. Ailea embarks on a thrilling quest to harness her newfound powers and uncover the mystery behind the eye of memory.
The Eye of Memory has been praised for its captivating story, unique characters, and vivid worldbuilding. Sarah Elk incorporates elements of fantasy, sci-fi, and horror into her narrative, creating a complex and magical tale. She has won several awards for her work, including being selected as a Governor's Pick in the 2017 Chinese International Book Award.
In the years since The Eye of Memory was released, Sarah Elk has released several more novels. She has gone on to write several young adult fantasy and science fiction series, all of which continue to captivate readers with their unique settings and relatable characters. She also writes short stories and flash fiction, many of which explore the same themes and settings as her novels.
Sarah Elk is a shining example of a writer who has worked hard and achieved her dreams. She has found success as an author and, more importantly, she has created stories that continue to delight and inspire readers. Her writing is full of adventure, mystery, and magic, making her novels the perfect escape for anyone that loves the fantasy and science fiction genres.