Fireflies in Winter: A gripping, moving story of love and survival on the edge of the wilderness

Praise for Eleanor Shearer -A fine testament to the women who inspired this debut * The Times *An extraordinary portrait of motherly love and hope … a thoroughly compelling read * Daily Mail *A moving and dynamic novel * Guardian *An incredible debut novel about the power of a mother’s love - highly recommended * Good Housekeeping *A strong and beautiful novel that stares into the face of brutality and the heart of love – Jeanette WintersonEpic and lyrical – Frank Cottrell-Boyce

Eleanor Shearer is a mixed-race writer and the granddaughter of Windrush generation immigrants. She splits her time between London and Ramsgate. Her debut novel River Sing Me Home sold in 20 territories. It was named as one of Time magazine’s 100 Must-Read Books of 2023, was a finalist for the 2024 Dayton Literary Peace Prize Fiction Award, shortlisted for the Grand Prix des Lectrices ELLE 2025 in France and also shortlisted for the Prix Fragonard 2025 in France. It was a Good Morning America Book Club pick, and has been optioned for TV by AL Films and BBC Films.