Meet Evelyn

Evelyn Kate Ashwood is a storyteller at heart, weaving compelling tales of Women’s Fiction with a touch of romance—always clean and wholesome. Under the pen name London James, she crafts Christian Western Historical Romance, and as Emmalynn Pagie, she brings Christian Contemporary Romance to life. No matter the name on the cover, her stories are filled with heart, faith, and characters readers can’t help but root for.

Born and raised in the wilds of Nevada, she grew up with horses to ride, shows to win, and little time for books—though she always managed to sneak in a few chapters of Sweet Valley High, The Saddle Club, or a classic like Anne of Green Gables. It wasn’t until 2009 that she decided to trade reins for a keyboard and write her own novel, and she hasn’t stopped since.

When not immersed in fictional worlds, she can be found on her ranch alongside her husband, two daughters, and a menagerie of animals that would make Dr. Dolittle proud. Her days are a blend of homeschooling, gardening, baking, and making sure her furry and feathered friends stay happy. Though her horse-showing days are behind her, she still enjoys hitting the trails on her beloved draft horse Finnick, and teaching her youngest daughter to ride her trusty steed, Chubs.

With her laptop often propped on her lap and a cat snoozing nearby, she continues to write stories that capture the beauty of life, love, and faith—all while comfortably wrapped in her favorite fuzzy pants.

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