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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.
Louisa's Books
“This is a dystopian romance unlike any I’ve read before. Carmody captivates you from the very first page with all the nostalgia of 2010’s fantasy (think Mortal Instruments!) and a delicious enemies-to-lovers romance that sinks its teeth into you. I could put it down!”
– Brooke Fast,
author of To Cage a Wild Bird
'The Shadows that Listen plunges you into a world of angels and demons where both sides are equally monstrous. Carmody's prose is grippingly cinematic, studded with cat-and-mouse games and explosive combat scenes. Amara is my new favourite Action Girl! This fierce, compulsive read is softened by the judicious weaving through of a slow-burn enemies to lovers romance. A magical debut; I feel I have witnessed the beginning of a new legend"
– Brigitte Knightley,
Sunday Times bestselling author of
The Irresistible Urge to Fall For Your Enemy
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.
Get in Touch
Contact Louisa Here