Hilary Hauck

Hilary Hauck’s journey from a British teenager struggling to complete her first novel to an award-winning author of historical and fantasy fiction has been a tapestry of exploration, adventure, and relentless curiosity. Deeply influenced by her life experiences, Hilary’s novels often feature characters who transcend their fears to unveil their inner strength. From Ashes to Song was nominated for the WCoNA 2023 Book of the Year, and The Things We’ll Never Have received the Historical Fiction Company’s Award of Excellence and was a 2024 Eric Hoffer Book Award finalist. Kirkus Reviews praised her work for its “remarkable subtlety and suspense.” Hilary is an active member of the writing community, serving as past President of Pennwriters and the current Chair of the Festival of Books in the Alleghenies.