ABOUT | Author | Akemi Dawn Bowman

Akemi Dawn Bowman is a critically-acclaimed author who writes across genres. Her novels include William C. Morris Award Finalist Starfish, Locus Award Finalist The Infinity Courts series, Summer Bird Blue, Harley in the Sky, Generation Misfits, and Where the Lost Ones Go. She has written short fiction for Star Wars and Magic: The Gathering, and has contributed to several anthologies. She currently lives in Scotland with her family.

FAQ'S

How did you get published?

I wrote a book, found an agent, and signed with a publisher. That's the short version, which doesn't include the amount of edits, rewrites, shelved projects, luck, and rejection letters I collected along the way!

I just finished your book and want to tell you how much I loved it! What’s the best way to reach you?

There's a form on my contact page that you're welcome to use. I do read and appreciate every single message I receive, but I am not always able to respond due to time constraints.

I can’t wait to read your upcoming book(s)! Where can I get review copies/ARCs?

Thanks so much for the interest! To request an e-ARC, you're welcome to use Edelweiss and/or Netgalley in the months leading up to publication. Physical ARCs are distributed via my publisher(s) and are completely out of my control.

I’d like to get in touch about an interview/podcast/event/book box opportunity. What’s the best way to organize this?

Please reach out using the form on my contact page.

I run a book club and would love to feature your book! Can I get in touch with you?

This is lovely to hear! You don't actually need to get in touch with me to do this, as you're welcome to read, dissect, and discuss as you wish. However, if you are sending this request using a bot/AI program and want me to reply so you can tell me how much money you'd like me to pay you in order to be featured... Please stop sending these messages. I get them weekly and they are disrupting my peace.

Do you have a media kit?

You can find it here.

What stories did you write for Magic: The Gathering?

I was honored to write both the main fiction story-line for Kamigawa: Neon Dynasty and Outlaws of Thunder Junction, as well as a few additional side stories. You can read all of them on Magic's website for free here, or go to my Short Stories section to find links for every individual episode.

How can I get a signed book/bookplate of [INSERT TITLE HERE]?

There are currently no signed/special editions available in bookstores. I am unable to provide bookplates unless they are specifically linked to preorder campaigns.

Do you have any social media accounts I can follow?

As of 2026, I no longer use social media.

I’m a vegetarian, but I don’t like mushrooms.
If you talk to me about Star Wars, Animal Crossing, or Baldur's Gate 3, I will probably assume we are best friends.
INFJ. Aries. Pisces rising. I only know what two of these things mean.
My favorite animals are sea otters, foxes, and snow leopards.
I moonlight as a mediocre flute player in a local concert band.
Favorite snacks include dried mango, chai lattes, and sea-salt dark chocolate.