Meet Our Authors

Discover something new to read

Lovely Finds Emporium is proud to support independent and self-published authors, giving their books a place on our shelves and helping introduce their work to new readers.

From children's books and fiction to inspiring and thought-provoking reads, our growing collection celebrates the creativity and individuality of independent authors.

Shelley Smale-Saunders

Shelley is a self-published children’s author and illustrator whose writing journey began by creating stories for her grandchildren.

Inspired by a love of animals and the natural world, Shelley creates beautifully illustrated story and activity books designed to entertain young readers while helping them discover more about wildlife, nature and the world around them.

Her books feature lovable animal characters, including hedgehogs, otters, bumblebees, robins, red pandas, and many more, with each adventure combining storytelling with fascinating facts, colouring, puzzles, and activities.

At the heart of Shelley’s books is a wonderful message of kindness, curiosity, friendship and caring for our planet.

We’re delighted to have a selection of Shelley’s books available at Lovely Finds Emporium.

Carol Gulliford

Carol Gulliford is a self-published author with a love of gripping thrillers, intriguing mysteries, and storytelling.

Her first thriller was published in 2024, and she hasn’t looked back, creating suspense-filled stories packed with secrets, difficult choices, and unexpected twists. Her collection includes titles such as Behind the Lies, One Final Breath, Out of the Dark and A Price to Pay.

Carol also writes for younger readers, including the wonderfully fun The Popcorn Factory and The Things We Love, a special parent-and-daughter journal designed to become a treasured keepsake.

With more books already in the pipeline, Carol continues to develop her growing collection of stories.

Discover a selection of Carol Gulliford’s books at Lovely Finds Emporium.

Rachel Allison

Rachel is a local author based in Andover, a mum of two and a military wife.

Writing has always been a passion of hers, and she is delighted to have brought that passion to life with her debut fantasy novel, Everwyn: Beyond The Veil.

The story explores hidden magic, family secrets and finding courage when you least expect it.

Rachel is already working on Book Two in the Everwyn series and is excited to continue building the world and characters she has created.

We’re thrilled to welcome local Andover author Rachel Allison and her debut novel, Everwyn: Beyond The Veil, to Lovely Finds Emporium.