SJ Snel

I am a writer of historical fiction, with a particular interest in the Medieval period.

The memory of the moment I discovered my passion for writing remains vivid. As a young girl I accompanied my mother to London's Leicester Square to watch Gone with the Wind. The captivating story sparked my imagination. As soon as I got home I found the book on my mother's bookshelf and read it. I was twelve at the time. A tale of love, loyalty, and patriotism immediately made me fall in love with historical fiction.

While doing my law degree, I chose to take a module on the history of the English legal system, which revealed its origins with Feudal barons, the Magna Carta, knights, duty and King John. I couldn't help but be fascinated with this era, and "The Hidden Truths Saga" is set during this time.

Currently, I live and work from my home in Danbury, Essex, where I enjoy spending time with my three incredible sons and DIY-loving husband. I also have a border collie named Rocket and two chubby cats. When I'm not writing, I can be found walking Rocket through the ancient woodland surrounding my home, drawing inspiration for my next novels. Alternatively, I'm out with friends, often heading to London to catch a show while enjoying a glass or two of prosecco!

My aim is to delight my audience with captivating tales, transporting readers into a medieval world filled with diverse relationships and settings. While my stories are based on real events and feature historical figures, I also weave in fictional characters to enhance the narrative. Although some timelines may be altered for storytelling purposes, my main goal is to bring this fascinating era to life for my readers.