Who are you?
I’m M.L. Farb, and I write fantasy with a fairy tale soul—stories where forgotten folktales get new life, original worlds bloom from fairy tale roots, and happy endings are always worth fighting for.
My books feature lyrical prose, complex characters, and questions that linger long after the last page.
Though each of my books explores thought-provoking themes and complex issues, I strive to create stories that may be read aloud in a family setting. Please see Content Considerations for specific guidance on family reading.
Why less known fairy tales?
Over the years I’ve read thousands of books to my children, including folk and fairy tales from around the world. Many of those stories left me with questions—like for Vasilisa, “How did she get so strong?”
I love taking those forgotten tales and giving them the depth, complexity, and endings they deserve. I also love researching and building stories rooted in different cultures and corners of the world.
Who are you? (No, really—outside of being an author?)
I’ll keep this short, because you have more important things to do. Like read.
Ever since I climbed up to the rafters of our barn at age four, I’ve lived high adventure: scuba diving, hiking, rappelling, rock climbing, and even riding a retired racehorse at full gallop—bareback.
As a youth, I made up stories to help my little sisters fall asleep. It backfired. We stayed up for hours continuing the tale. The King’s Trial was born in those late, whispered nights.
I earned a bachelor’s degree in English and Music Composition a couple months before my oldest child was born. Now I’m the published author of many novels and no music. However, music heavily influences my writing, helping me create the poetry and lyricism woven through my stories.
I live in a lively, geeky household with my husband and six kids, who spark many of my story ideas with single offhand comments. When I’m not writing, I’m building—converting a shed into a writing nook or a bunk bed into a recording studio—proving my imagination thrives equally in words and sawdust.
Have a beautiful day,
M. L. Farb
https://linktr.ee/mlfarb.author
PS Here are some of my favorite books and a 10 fun facts about me.
My family (as seen through my oldest daughter’s eyes)
ML Farb 