ABOUT

Caroline Montague is a writer with a lifelong love of history and for the people whose lives have been shaped by extraordinary events. Her latest novel, The Girl Who Would Be King, is set against the dramatic backdrop of the French Revolution and explores themes of identity, family loyalty, sacrifice and belonging. It is based on an incredible true story and will be published early next year. 

Stories have the power to heal, to disrupt, and to rebuild. Caroline’s work as an author is rooted in unapologetic feminism, crafting narratives centered on resilient female protagonists navigating complex worlds. For Caroline these characters aren’t just fiction—they reflect the real-world strength of the women she champions. As a proud patron of Women’s Aid Stafford, Caroline is deeply committed to supporting survivors of abuse, ensuring that every woman has the resources to escape the shadows and rewrite her own future.

A passionate advocate for wildlife conservation, Caroline also wrote Zoya and Naru for the South African conservation charity Elephant’s Alive. Beautifully illustrated by the renowned artist Richie Ryall, the book has become part of a literacy programme across South Africa. It is available in leading bookstores in South Africa and has been translated into five African languages, with copies distributed free to schools throughout the country.

As the founder and co-chair of the Sandon Literary Festival, which is now entering its fifth successful year Caroline has helped bring together authors, readers and speakers from a wide range of backgrounds, celebrating literature, history and the power of storytelling. All the profits from the festival go to Women’s Aid Stafford. When she is not writing, Caroline’s passions are dogs,  horses , and her family . 

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