Quercus signs debut from Emma Lowther, London Writers Awards Alumna, in six-figure deal

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Emma Lowther took part in the London Writers Awards in 2021. Now, her debut novel has been “scooped up” by publisher Quercus in a six-figure book deal.

Set in an elite drama school, Fellow Creatures is based on the author’s own experiences growing up and at university – Emma trained in performance at The Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. Fellow Creatures is set to be published in May 2026. Agent Rachel Neely said that she has a, “voice that captured me from the very first page. I have always loved campus novels but I adore how Emma has brought something fresh to that space with an unusual setting and a brilliantly unsettling protagonist.”

We can’t wait to get our hands on a copy. Congratulations Emma!

Read all about it on the Bookseller.