I'm so glad you've found your way to my little corner of the internet – welcome!

I'm M.S. Akram—author, aspiring illustrator, and a passionate advocate for helping creators complete their projects. My own writing leans into fantasy and horror.

Competitions

My work has been selected by Author Mentor Match program (2020) and the Guppy Books Award Short List (2024).

Books

A limited edition adult fantasy novel, The Eye of the Ocean, co-authored with Sara Lilley and illustrated by Stockholm17, was published via kickstarter in 2024. General release and the audio book are coming in 2026.

Book 1 of my adult witch trilogy, is also set for release in 2026. More information to come towards the end of the year.

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Connect

website: www.art4marax.com

substack: https://substack.com/@art4marax

instagram: https://www.instagram.com/art4marax/

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