Press Kit
Nancy Gardner is the author of the Dream Stalker series, a paranormal mystery saga rooted in the mist-soaked landscapes of Scotland’s Isle of Skye and the haunted histories of Salem, Massachusetts. Her work blends Celtic myth, modern crime investigation, and the inner terrains of dreams, following Lily Scott—a dream-walking herbalist who enters people’s dreams to uncover hidden truths. Gardner’s writing is known for its atmospheric world-building, lyrical suspense, and female-driven mythologies inspired by ancient warrior lore and contemporary stories of justice.
In addition to her fiction, Gardner is the creator of Writer’s Dream Cave, a Substack newsletter that offers intimate reflections on creativity, intuition, and the unseen threads that guide a writer’s life. She is deeply engaged with her readers through essays, maps, lore encyclopedias, and interactive elements that bring her universe to life. A former educator and lifelong learner, she brings a spirit of curiosity and connection to all her work—from interviews and book events to teaching, mentorship, and her growing archive of mythic worlds.
Interview Talking Points
• The origins of the Dream Stalker universe and why Celtic mythology continues to inspire modern storytelling.
• How Lily Scott’s dream-walking gift developed—and what it reveals about truth, memory, and justice.
• The role of the Isle of Skye, the Sligachan River, and Salem in shaping the atmospheric settings.
• The real-world research behind Scathach, Aife, and Sorcha—and how myth blends with modern crime.
PRESS KIT:
Dream Stalker Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGgr3abF-VU
Dream Stalker Audiobook, Sample: https://dl.bookfunnel.com/107841db6z
Press Release: https://dashboard.bookfunnel.com/books/705755
Substack Serialized Myth: https://writersdreamcave.substack.com/p/start-here-for-born-of-mist-and-darkness
Reviews:
"A satisfying whodunit with a persuasive folk-magic element." Kirkus Reviews
"A richly imagined Salem thriller that shows how deeply into nightmare a mother will go to save the daughter she loves." Brunonia Barry, New York Times bestselling author of The Lace Reader.
"Gardner weaves a gripping tale of witchcraft, family loyalties, and the cost of seeking justice." Joan Sawyer, author of Hot Water.
“Explore Salem, dive into Christianity and Wicca, and solve a murder with Lily as she tries to prove her daughter's innocence!” Reedsy Discovery reviewer.