Beth Brower
State: Utah
Beth Brower is a devoted author of sweeping fictional worlds that blend emotional depth with episodic storytelling. Growing up captivated by books stacked high in a family “book closet,” she nurtured a lifelong passion for storytelling. After earning a degree in literary studies, she channeled her creative energy into multi-volume series such as The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion, envisioned as “seasons” of a character’s life, and the lush Books of Imirillia, along with standalone novels like The Q and The Beast of Ten. Beth lives with her chemist husband in Orem, Utah, where every room is filled with books, and she crafts stories while staying deeply engaged with her readers through newsletters, episodes, and book events. Her work invites readers into immersive worlds where characters' hopes, struggles, and discoveries feel beautifully alive.
Genres: Fantasy, Historical Fiction
Audiences: Adult
Books by Beth Brower
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The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion
Genre: Historical Fiction
Audience: Adult
The Unselected Journals of Emma M. Lion by Beth Brower is a witty, character-driven historical series set in 1880s London, following the sharp and observant Emma M. Lion as she returns to her eccentric neighborhood of St. Crispian’s. What should be a quiet, scholarly life instead becomes a delightful tangle of mishaps, family expectations, quirky neighbors, and unexpected friendships—all chronicled in Emma’s self-deprecating, humorous journals. With a voice reminiscent of Jane Austen, P.G. Wodehouse, and L. M. Montgomery, the series blends charm, wit, and heart into a cozy yet sophisticated exploration of Victorian society and one woman’s determined independence.
The Books of Imirillia
Genre: Fantasy
Audience: Adult
Tags: Epic Fantasy
The Books of Imirillia by Beth Brower is an epic fantasy series of war, loyalty, and impossible choices, centered on Queen Eleanor of Aemogen and Prince Basaal of the vast Imirillian Empire. When Eleanor must choose between surrendering her small kingdom or facing annihilation, she gambles on training her ill-prepared people for war with the help of a mysterious Imirillian soldier whose loyalties remain uncertain. As the conflict deepens, Eleanor and Basaal are drawn into a story of betrayal, honor, and fragile hope, where love and duty collide in a world shaped by conquest and resistance. Sweeping landscapes, intricate political intrigue, and rich character development make this series perfect for fans of Robin McKinley, Megan Whalen Turner, and Brandon Sanderson.
The Queen's Gambit
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The Ruby Prince
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The Wanderer's Mark
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The Q
Genre: Historical Fiction
Audience: Adult
The Q by Beth Brower is a richly layered historical novel brimming with intrigue, wit, and eccentric characters, centered on Quincy St. Claire, a brilliant and unyielding young woman fighting to keep control of her late uncle’s newspaper. To inherit The Q, Quincy must fulfill a mysterious set of requirements known only to her frustratingly silent solicitor, James Arch, while navigating the schemes of smugglers, constables, kingmakers, and rivals. With her genius for business and a circle of unlikely allies, Quincy embarks on a battle of wits and willpower to secure her legacy—no matter how absurd her uncle’s game may become.
The Beast of Ten
Genre: Fantasy
Audience: Adult
Tags: Dark Fantasy, Epic Fantasy
The Beast of Ten by Beth Brower is a darkly lyrical fantasy about Ember, a chosen warrior tasked by the Lights to confront the Death Bleak—a fearsome, immortal predator whose blood-soaked reign threatens to become the terror of all nations. To succeed, Ember must journey into the Forest of Naeethe and the Pyre, the monster’s legendary stronghold, where myth and nightmare intertwine. Steeped in atmosphere, rich prose, and high-stakes destiny, this tale weaves heroism and dread into a battle between light and shadow.
The Beast of Ten
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