Carryl writes historical fiction with a focus on the 20th Century. Her debut novel The Forgotten Life of Connie Harris is a dual timeline story set against the immersive backdrop of cinema. Originally from the Isle of Wight, Carryl now lives in Devon with her family.
Although writing was always a dream, an early fascination with cinema, and in particular the films of Humphrey Bogart, led to a career as a Film and Photography Archivist. This background not only inspired The Forgotten Life of Connie Harris but continues to impact her other writing. Years spent watching archive footage gave her a unique insight into how people lived in the early 20th century now brought vividly to life in her stories.
Carryl has a BA in Media and Literature and an MA in Film and Television Archiving. After working in Media Archives for seventeen years, including The Imperial War Museum and The BBC, she now writes full-time in the company of her cat, Ditsy.
In addition to writing, Carryl also makes colourful art inspired by things around her home, and in particular her ever growing collection of houseplants. Postcards and A5 cards available on request. You can see her portfolio here.
