Carys Shannon is originally from North Gower, Swansea, and now divides her time between Wales and the Spanish Pyrenees. She has had short stories published by Honno Press, Parthian Books and Mslexia Magazine, as well as broadcast on BBC Radio 4. Her debut novel, Truth Like Water, will be published by Parthian Books in October 2025. When not writing, Carys is happiest enjoying slow time in big nature.