Picture of character art of The Shadows that Listen. Main character Amara being attacked by a demon and the archangel Nathaniel is watching

Louisa Carmody

SLOW BURN FANTASY THAT MAY HAVE YOU RISKING IT ALL

About Me

Louisa Carmody is an Australian author who wrote her first manuscript at 19 years old, and rewrote it at 26 while juggling full-time work. She self-published her debut novel The Shadows that Listen in January 2025, before signing on with C&W. When Louisa isn’t curled up writing or reading, she’s usually spending time in the sun by the water.

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Louisa's Books

The Shadows that Listen

The Shadows that Listen is an unputdownable dystopian romantasy with a delicious slow burn romance, from debut author Louisa Carmody.

Perfect for fans of Crescent City and Shadowhunters.

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Dystopian Fantasy Romance

Questions & Answers

When is The Shadows that Listen Rereleasing?

I am happy to announce that The Shadows that Listen will be rereleasing with Oribit UK on August 18th, 2026

How many books are in the series?

I have signed a four book deal!

Are there any TWs in The Shadows that Listen?

The Shadows that Listen is a dystopian, end of the world, romantasy. There is mention of blood, harm, death, manipulation, and human entrapment. If you are sensitive to any of these topics I suggest to protect your peace and read with caution.

"Run, little Slayer"

Meet Amara Jones and the Archangel in The Shadows that Listen