Welcome

Kia ora from sunny New Zealand!  After spending ten years dividing my time between Australia, England and New Zealand, I've finally settled in the beautiful Hawke's Bay region and when I'm not lying in the sun and swilling the gorgeous  wine they make here, I love to write books! 

My first one,  You Had Me at Halo, is out now and not only has it been getting some lovely reviews, but it's also just been nominated for a Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice award in the Contemporary Paranormal Romance category (yeah, I know it's a mouthful, but boy, it sure is an honor!!!) I've also sold two young adult books to Puffin, the first of which is called The Zombie Queen of Newbury High and should be hitting the shelves in Spring 2009.

Anyway, thanks for dropping by and do have a look around. There is a bit about me as well as some frequently asked questions. If you still have time on your hands, there is a link to my blog and don't forget to check out my news page where I'll keep you posted on what's happening in my little corner of the world!

Amanda Ashby

"It's The Lovely Bones meets Bridget Jones in this fluffy take on what happens after death...it's a fun, witty traipse through the afterlife."   Publisher's Weekly

"This book has a delightfully quirky concept that develops into a fun and interesting story. Peopled with a fascinating variety of characters, it also has an intriguing mystery and a charmingly different type of interaction between the hero and heroine. Expect a delightful tale with a wonderfully distinctive ending."   4 1/2 stars Romantic Times Bookclub TOP AUGUST PICK