Alexandra Beaumont

Alexandra Beaumont is a British fantasy novelist with a passion for folklore, playing musical instruments and exploring the wilds of the UK. Her latest release, Dissonance of Bird Song, is praised for being a “visceral and lyrical” page turner with “praiseworthy worldbuilding” and was recently named Distinguished Favourite in the Independent Press Awards.

Specialising in gothic and folkloric literature, Alexandra's lyrical books weave together myth, magic and intrigue.

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