Fiona McCallum

"Fiona McCallum's stories are heart-warming journeys of self-discovery."

Fiona McCallum has enjoyed a life of contrasts. She was raised on a cereal and wool farm in rural South Australia and then moved to inner-city Melbourne to study at university as a mature age student. Accidentally starting a writing and editing consultancy saw her mixing in corporate circles in Melbourne and then Sydney.

She returned to Adelaide for a slower paced life and to chase her dream of becoming an author – which took nearly a decade full of rejections from agents and publishers to achieve. Fiona now works as a full-time novelist and really is proof dreams can come true.

Fiona’s stories are heartwarming journeys of self-discovery that draw on her life experiences, love of animals and fascination with the power and support that comes from strong friendships. Her first novel Paycheque was released on April 1 2011 and became an 'instant bestseller'. The Long Road Home is her twelfth novel.

What genre does Fiona McCallum write?

Fiona McCallum writes contemporary women's fiction with heartwarming stories of self-discovery, often featuring strong friendships and an affection for animals.

Which book is a good place to start with her work?

A good starting point is Paycheque, her debut novel which became a bestseller; readers who prefer series can begin with The Button Jar series starting with Saving Grace.

What is the correct reading order for The Button Jar series?

The Button Jar series reading order is: 1) Saving Grace, 2) Time Will Tell, 3) Meant to Be.

Does she write standalones or series?

She writes both standalones and series. The Button Jar is a three-book series, and there is also a Finding Hannah series alongside many standalone novels.