Inside the Author’s Studio: A Night with Emma Grace

by Emma Grace | Jul 22, 2025 | Fiction

Get a behind-the-scenes look at bestselling author Emma Grace’s latest reading event, where she captivated a packed audience of readers, aspiring writers, and fellow creatives with an intimate exploration of her writing process and the unveiling of early chapters from her highly anticipated fantasy epic, The Ashen Realms. Held at the historic Elm & Vine Bookstore in downtown Portland, the event felt more like a homecoming than a formal launch, with fans traveling from across the country to hear Emma read aloud for the first time from a manuscript she’s been crafting over the past three years. The atmosphere was electric from the moment attendees walked through the door. The store had transformed its main hall into a cozy, immersive setting that echoed the enchanted forest from her fictional world—complete with twinkling lights, ambient forest soundscapes, and carefully arranged displays of her previous works. As Emma took the stage, she greeted the crowd with her signature warmth and humility, expressing heartfelt gratitude for the community that has supported her since the release of her debut novel nearly a decade ago. Emma began the evening with a powerful reading from Chapter 4 of The Ashen Realms, a pivotal scene where the heroine, Liora, confronts a haunting prophecy that could alter the fate of her kingdom. As Emma’s voice brought the narrative to life, the audience hung on every word, many visibly moved by the emotional tension and vivid imagery. The prose was rich, lyrical, and intense—hallmarks of Emma’s storytelling style that have earned her a devoted global readership. She paused only briefly between passages to share small anecdotes about how particular characters came to life—some inspired by real people in her life, others by dreams she meticulously recorded in her journal.