Gothic Heart, Modern mouth

Hey there! I’m Melanie—Born in Scotland,  was adopted at birth, and raised across several countries before eventually landing back where I started—just a little further south, now calling Edinburgh home.
Possessed of a gothic heart + modern mouth, I write speculative fiction in the genres of historical fantasy and young adult—layering myth, magic and a little mayhem while re-examining history through the lives of women who refuse to remain footnotes.
After three self-published novels (Lady of Fire, and the Legacy of Blood & Hope series— Everlasting and Everfallen, a slow burn sapphic supernatural coming of age story), I’m now working on the third book in the series, alongside a gothic novel set in 1827 Edinburgh which brings in folklore inspiration into an anatomical work of women’s fiction. (Yes, I know that’s a lot of genres in one story).
I also hold space for gatherings that align with the turning of the seasons and the phases of the moon, and have led movement practices locally + internationally since 2012. My storytelling experience includes delivering talks, workshops, presenting on stages and now includes walking tours in Edinburgh which combine my love of history and asking the question ‘what if’ on repeat.
I’m is interested in Scottish folklore, fairytales, mythology, herbology, learning more about the country of my birth and ancestors, the viking era, healing the witch wound, belonging, nature vs nurture, hormones, collaboration over competition and thanks to a neurodivergent brain this list will continue to grow.