Amy Leigh Chandler signs debut young adult fantasy novel with Cranthorpe Millner Publishers.

Book Deal Announcement! YA Fantasy

It’s official, I’m entering my author era with my debut young adult fantasy novel CORNELIA FAIRFIELD AND THE DARKENED HEART set to be published in 2026 – perfect for fans of Compass and Blade, and Daughter of the Pirate King. My story has finally found a home with the wonderful Cranthorpe Millner Publishers.

Amy Leigh Chandler signs debut young adult fantasy novel with Cranthorpe Millner Publishers.
Amy Leigh Chandler signed action-packed YA fantasy with Cranthorpe Millner. (Image credit – Cranthorpe Millner, 2025)

Below is a snippet of what readers can expect –

On the corrupt island of Silvertown, nobility dictates destiny. Rebellious seventeen-year-old Cornelia Fairfield is forced to marry, but she craves freedom. When her father succumbs to the curse of the Oblivion Sea, Cornelia discovers that saving him comes at a deadly price. In desperation, she strikes a dangerous bargain that jeopardizes her free will. Forced to trust a superstitious pirate, she soon realises that destiny is a game for the ruthless—and to win, she risks losing her father to Oblivion and, with him, her freedom.

I cannot wait for readers to dash through glittering ballrooms and dive below the waves with Cornelia Fairfield. I hope this book will one day find its way onto your bookshelf nestled between stories of captivating adventure and beloved characters.

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Amy is a writer and reviewer and is currently working on a YA fantasy novel. For more content click here to read book reviews, short stories and updates on Amy’s writing journey. Her debut novel is set to be published in 2026!

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