Emily J. Taylor was born and raised in California and has since refused to stay put. She’s lived in four states and on two continents, all of which have conveniently given her an endless amount of story fodder. She currently works as a creative director in Minneapolis, where she spends the long winters dreaming up glittering worlds to spin into dark tales. Follow her on Twitter and Instagram [...] or find her on her website at [...].

WON IN A HOT AUCTION: Razorbill snapped up Hotel Magnifique after an exciting auction between seven editors. Emily J. Taylor wanted to come to PYR because she's seen what we can do with a big lead fantasy YA!

THE NIGHT CIRCUS MEETS THE HAZEL WOOD WITH SHADES OF CARAVAL: Hotel Magnifique reads like the best of YA fantasy. It's tightly plotted, well paced, and accessible. Emily has created a magnificent world that feels completely unique and special. At the heart of our story is a scrappy, smart heroine learning to come to terms with the powerful magic she now controls, all while falling in love with a handsome, mysterious magician. Who could ask for more?

A SENSATIONAL SETTING: This story takes place mostly inside of the magical titular Hotel Magnifique, a grand, Belle Époque-inspired hotel that's filled to the brim with charms and enchantments. From the extravagant illusions at the lavish soirees to the enchanted windows that show guests only the best views to the hotel rooms that personalize themselves to their guests, readers will love to get lost in the wonder of this world.

CHARMING AND PROMOTABLE AUTHOR: Emily is a creative director working in advertising in Minneapolis. She's already well versed in the Minneapolis literary scene and she is super enthusiastic, personable, and ready to make this book the best (and biggest!) it can be.

A SATISFYING STANDALONE: Hotel Magnifique is a standalone fantasy, but we have another book lined up with Emily for 2023.