ANNA EMM is a writer of surrealistic fiction who lives in London.
Born Anna Margriet Strydom, she gained popularity in South Africa under the pseudonym, Anna Emm. Through her indie-publishing company, Anna Emm Productions, Anna wrote and produced more than 3,000 original audio stories for children in the span of 15 years. She also had a prolific self-publishing career, with 21 romance novels, 5 suspense novels, 38 detective novellas, as well as various short stories and stage productions. Best known for her children's stories, Anna became a household name in South Africa, often appearing on television and radio to speak about the therapeutic power of stories.
After closing her company in 2020, she moved to London where she continues to write daily. Focusing solely on adult fiction now, Anna's books are characterized by surrealistic plots mixed with her no-nonsense storytelling-style. She is a sharp observer of people and situations, which often shows up in her quirky characters and humorous dialogue, reminiscent of Roald Dahl and Lewis Carroll.
"I love that when I pick up an Anna Emm book I know exactly what voice I am going to hear. Same universe - different story!"
"These books have sparked my love for reading again..."
"It is like Scooby Doo for adults!"
"Storytelling, so vivid, it is larger than life - very entertaining..."
"If ever I should find myself stranded on an island with only books for company, I will be perfectly content if they are Anna Emm's books!"
