Half of Me

Monique Shackleford writes fantasy, urban fantasy, horror, and epic fiction that explores identity, legacy, and the cost of buried secrets. Her stories center complex, culturally grounded characters navigating power, grief, love, and transformation in worlds where the supernatural feels dangerously close to home.

Raised in Baltimore and now based in Georgia, she draws inspiration from family bonds, hidden histories, and the quiet strength passed down through generations. Half of Me is her debut novel.