Carley Fortune

Carley Fortune, a talented Canadian writer hailing from Toronto, Ontario, has made a significant mark in the literary world with her engaging storytelling and relatable characters. She is best known for her novels, 'Every Summer After' and 'Meet Me at the Lake,' both of which have garnered critical acclaim and commercial success.

In addition to her work as a novelist, Fortune has built a robust career as a journalist and editor. She has contributed to prominent publications such as Refinery29, The Globe and Mail, Chatelaine, and Toronto Life. Her debut novel, 'Every Summer After,' was published in 2022, quickly capturing the hearts of readers.

'Meet Me at the Lake,' released in 2023, not only topped bestseller lists in Canada and the United States but also attracted significant media attention when it was optioned by Archewell, the production company founded by Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, for a film adaptation. The novel was also selected for the 2024 edition of Canada Reads, where it was passionately defended by Mirian Njoh.

Looking ahead, Fortune's upcoming novel, 'This Summer will be Different,' set in Prince Edward Island, is poised to lead the Canadian fiction bestseller list in the fall of 2024. Following that, she plans to release 'One Golden Summer' in 2025, further solidifying her place in contemporary literature.