Emily Maguire

"Bold, furious, unapologetic and deeply insightful."

Emily Maguire is the author of six novels, including the Stella Prize and Miles Franklin Award-shortlisted An Isolated Incident, and three non-fiction books. Her articles and essays on sex, feminism, culture and literature have been published widely including in The Sydney Morning Herald, The Australian, The Observer and The Age. Emily works as a teacher and as a mentor to young and emerging writers and was the 2018/2019 Writer-in-Residence at the Charles Perkins Centre at the University of Sydney.

What genres does Emily Maguire write in?

She primarily writes contemporary literary fiction and also publishes non-fiction and essays on topics such as sex, feminism, culture and literature.

Where is a good place to start with her books?

A widely recommended starting point is An Isolated Incident, which received significant critical attention. Her other novels and non-fiction works can be read independently.

Are Emily Maguire's books part of a series or do they need to be read in order?

Her books are stand-alone works rather than parts of a series, so they can be read in any order.

What recurring themes appear in her work?

Her writing often engages with sex, feminism, cultural questions and contemporary social issues, with a focus on character and moral complexity.

Has she received notable recognition or awards?

An Isolated Incident was shortlisted for the 2017 Stella Prize, the 2017 Miles Franklin Literary Award and the 2017 Ned Kelly Award for Best Fiction. She has also held roles such as Writer in Residence and works as a mentor to emerging writers.