Gillian Rose is a rising voice in dark dystopian fantasy, weaving gripping tales that transport readers to worlds both haunting and beautifully complex. With her debut novel, When Children Roam Free, she invites us into a future where survival is uncertain and hope is a dangerous, fragile thing. A lifelong lover of books, Gillian draws inspiration from her deep passion for storytelling, blending chilling narratives with a raw, imaginative edge. Outside of writing, Gillian is an avid reader with a particular affinity for exploring the darker corners of speculative fiction. Her love for dystopian themes and complex characters fuels her own storytelling, where moral ambiguity and emotional depth collide. As she continues to develop her craft, Gillian remains dedicated to creating stories that provoke thought, spark discussion, and stay with readers long after they’ve turned the last page Gillian is a native Texan, and when not writing or reading, you can find her traveling the state with her husband and four children.