Megan Formanek grew up on the stormy Illawarra coast, where thunder often raged. On those wild nights, one might imagine the Wild Hunt sweeping through, the old gods casting their favor over Australia.
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At university, she majored in history, igniting a fascination with the so-called "Dark Ages" and a drive to uncover their long-forgotten secrets. After graduating, she traveled extensively, living first in South Korea, then in Italy and the UK. It was during the long, dark winters of South Korea that she finally gave in to the voices of her characters and let them wreak havoc on the page.
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Megan’s passion for Vikings was sparked by archaeological discoveries that challenged the long-held image of them as mere raiders. As artifacts surfaced, revealing a more complex and far-reaching world, she found herself drawn into the lives of the Norse traders, warriors, and settlers who ventured east, shaping history in ways often overlooked.
Her Viking Trading Lands series brings to life these lesser-known exploits—stories of adventure, ambition, and the challenge of redefining what it meant to be a Viking.
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When she’s not writing, Megan is drinking excellent coffee, reading history books, and recreating meals from historical texts. She can often be found exploring libraries and museums or at her sewing machine, crafting vintage-inspired clothing.
My books are available here.
Local stockists include Mary Who? Townsville and The Book Lounge, Port Douglas.
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Request my books from your local library.