Meet Elizabeth Gregorsdóttir, Author Of The Drowned Queen

Elspeth Gregorsdóttir is a local fantasy author, registered nurse, and mother whose works blends lyrical fantasy with emotionally-driven storytelling. Her debut novel, The Drowned Queen, is the first book in a series centered around shadow magic, vengeful gods, and the complicated ways people survive loss. Elspeth and conversation partner Maddie Kay will be at the Library on Saturday, August 22 at 10:30 a.m. for a discussion and book signing. Register on the Events Calendar.

About the Presenters

Elspeth Gregorsdóttir's debut novel, The Drowned Queen, launched "The Astral Queen" series, a romantic trilogy. When she isn’t writing, she works as a certified nurse case manager, advocating for underserved members of the government healthcare system. She is a life-long Memphian, graduated from Overton High School in 2010, and is a participant of the CAPA optional school program in Creative Writing. Gregorsdóttir lives in Midtown with her husband, daughter, and their ever-growing collection of animals. Visit her online at elspethgregorsdottir.com.
 
Maddie Kay is a fantasy content creator, veteran cosplayer, and convention panelist with over 15 years in fandom spaces. She has appeared as a guest speaker, emcee, and panelist as more than 25 conventions across the United States. She is best known online for her web shows and discussions surrounding George R. R. Martin’s "A Song of Ice and Fire" series and its television adaptations. A life-long enthusiast, her favorite novel is Deathless by Catherynne M. Valente.