Writing the light and the dark.

Claire Gallagher

Claire is a self-published author of contemporary romances, often with a fantasy twist. She also writes much darker, multiple-perspective novels about women facing complex scenarios. Claire is a former teacher who now works for a national charity.

Secrets

1. My guilty pleasure is listening to 'Escape' by Rupert Holmes (aka The Pina Colada Song).

2. I was once rejected by a dolphin.

3. I get coat hanger rage. Nought to a hundred in less than a second!

Claire Gallagher is known inside the Colony as Claire G

Publications

Blossoming

Fractured Lit 2025 Anthology Prize Winner

Flash fiction anthology to be published by Fractured Lit in 2026.

“ Gorgeously-written. It completely took my breath away with its tender and vulnerable beauty. ”

Read 'Blossoming' here

Love, Christmas

Twelve festive stories.

Romance

A collection of twelve heart-warming love stories perfect for snuggling down with during the season of magic and mistletoe.

“ Brilliant, cosy short stories which really put me in a festive mood! ”

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Imogen Green’s Little Shop of Possibilities

A novella.

Fantasy, Romance

Imogen Green runs a shop in London. But it’s not just any shop. It’s been in her family for generations. Behind the façade of gifts and trinkets for all occasions, there is a room where she concocts potions and lotions to make all kinds of wishes come true. As long as the wishes are ethical, that is. Her only problem is Detective Miller…

“ This witchy closed door romance novella was super cute! I liked the contrast of modern day and witchy traditions. A perfect autumn read. ”

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Daisy Roberts is Dead

A story of love, friendship and hope.

Fantasy, Romance

What would it be like to die young, only to have to spend the next fifty years watching your loved ones move on without you?

“ Daisy Roberts is Dead follows the story of a young woman as she journeys through the afterlife and tries to come to terms with what she has lost. Beautifully written, I was completely hooked and compelled to read on to uncover the mystery shrouding her death...It was heartwarming and emotional...dealing with complex themes in a thought provoking way. I thoroughly recommend this book for anyone wanting a beautiful story of love and loss that will make you stop and think. Clever and compelling. ”

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The Strange Imagination of Pippa Clayton

A heart-warming and original love story.

Fantasy, Romance

Pippa Clayton is a grown woman with an imaginary friend. She also hears a soundtrack to her life. Clumsy but caring, Pippa works as a Receptionist for an advertising agency where she has a huge crush on the new Creative Director, Tom Arnold. But when potential client Max Wild spots her hidden talent and asks her out on a date, can Pippa be brave enough to leave the comforting world she has created for herself since an unexplained tragedy in her past, and learn to face up to stark reality?

“ A truly unique and swoonworthy romance story with an imaginary friend who produced many snort-out-loud moments. I like how the story progresses and the main character’s journey towards inner healing is slowly revealed. If you liked Bridget Jones or Ally McBeal (for those of us of a certain age) there is a lot to like about the brave and quirky female protagonist in this story! ”

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More About Claire Gallagher

When You’re Not Reading Me

1. Fractured by Dani Atkins

Published as Then and Always in North America. I cried my eyes out at the ending.

2. Bridget Jones's Diary by Helen Fielding

The film is great too!

3. Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen

A masterpiece.

What's On My Bedside Table

1. A water bottle.

Stay hydrated, folks!