Megan Formanek
@meganformanek.bsky.social
Author of the Viking Trading Lands series.
Dramatic historical adventure!
www.meganformanek.com
Bite-sized Viking history videos on YouTube Shorts @Megan.Formanek
Dramatic historical adventure!
www.meganformanek.com
Bite-sized Viking history videos on YouTube Shorts @Megan.Formanek
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#australianauthor #VikingBooks #Action #Adventure #WomenWriters
November 19, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Keen for a #bookish discount that coincides with #blackfriday (accidentally)? I have 20% everything on my website in the lead up to #Jol. Includes books, and merch. So jump on it ❤️
#australianauthor #VikingBooks #Action #Adventure #WomenWriters
#australianauthor #VikingBooks #Action #Adventure #WomenWriters
Still feeling exceptionally lucky to have seen #TheGallowayHoard at the Melbourne Museum.
#VikingsInAustralia #Museum #Exhibition #Vikings #Hoard
#VikingsInAustralia #Museum #Exhibition #Vikings #Hoard
October 25, 2025 at 3:56 AM
Still feeling exceptionally lucky to have seen #TheGallowayHoard at the Melbourne Museum.
#VikingsInAustralia #Museum #Exhibition #Vikings #Hoard
#VikingsInAustralia #Museum #Exhibition #Vikings #Hoard
Signing some copies of my Viking Trading Lands series at Mary Who? bookstore Townsville.
#BuyLocal #SupportLocal #Author #VikingBooks
#BuyLocal #SupportLocal #Author #VikingBooks
October 24, 2025 at 7:33 AM
Signing some copies of my Viking Trading Lands series at Mary Who? bookstore Townsville.
#BuyLocal #SupportLocal #Author #VikingBooks
#BuyLocal #SupportLocal #Author #VikingBooks
✨COMPETITION TIME
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#Competition #HistoricalFiction #Viking
🏆 1st Place – Signed copies of all my books + exclusive
swag!
🥈 2nd Place – Signed copy of the prequel novella!
To enter:
✅ Follow me
✅ Like and comment below
Bonus entires; joining my newsletter and other socials. Ts&Cs on meganformanek.com
#Competition #HistoricalFiction #Viking
September 1, 2025 at 1:16 AM
✨COMPETITION TIME
🏆 1st Place – Signed copies of all my books + exclusive
swag!
🥈 2nd Place – Signed copy of the prequel novella!
To enter:
✅ Follow me
✅ Like and comment below
Bonus entires; joining my newsletter and other socials. Ts&Cs on meganformanek.com
#Competition #HistoricalFiction #Viking
🏆 1st Place – Signed copies of all my books + exclusive
swag!
🥈 2nd Place – Signed copy of the prequel novella!
To enter:
✅ Follow me
✅ Like and comment below
Bonus entires; joining my newsletter and other socials. Ts&Cs on meganformanek.com
#Competition #HistoricalFiction #Viking
Yungaburra 2025.
My third year and I'll be back next year. It's always such a fun vibe. #AuthorEvent #HistoricalFiction #BookSky #Vikingq
My third year and I'll be back next year. It's always such a fun vibe. #AuthorEvent #HistoricalFiction #BookSky #Vikingq
August 23, 2025 at 6:57 AM
Yungaburra 2025.
My third year and I'll be back next year. It's always such a fun vibe. #AuthorEvent #HistoricalFiction #BookSky #Vikingq
My third year and I'll be back next year. It's always such a fun vibe. #AuthorEvent #HistoricalFiction #BookSky #Vikingq
Day 31 #HistFicMay
I'm working on a linked book to the Viking Trading Lands focused on a central character to Serve the Worthy. It's dramatic, scheming, a bit of romance, some Viking Age magic/prophecy, and a whole lot of suspense and the beginning of a new duology.
I'm working on a linked book to the Viking Trading Lands focused on a central character to Serve the Worthy. It's dramatic, scheming, a bit of romance, some Viking Age magic/prophecy, and a whole lot of suspense and the beginning of a new duology.
May 31, 2025 at 1:59 AM
Day 31 #HistFicMay
I'm working on a linked book to the Viking Trading Lands focused on a central character to Serve the Worthy. It's dramatic, scheming, a bit of romance, some Viking Age magic/prophecy, and a whole lot of suspense and the beginning of a new duology.
I'm working on a linked book to the Viking Trading Lands focused on a central character to Serve the Worthy. It's dramatic, scheming, a bit of romance, some Viking Age magic/prophecy, and a whole lot of suspense and the beginning of a new duology.
Day 30 #HistFicMay
What's on my TBR.
I've got Demi Winter's The Ashen Series on my next library loan. Hopefully, it will have enough Viking vibes for me.
I love historical fiction, preferably a slower pace with world building complex characters and historical accuracy. Got anything that fits?
What's on my TBR.
I've got Demi Winter's The Ashen Series on my next library loan. Hopefully, it will have enough Viking vibes for me.
I love historical fiction, preferably a slower pace with world building complex characters and historical accuracy. Got anything that fits?
May 30, 2025 at 12:36 AM
Day 30 #HistFicMay
What's on my TBR.
I've got Demi Winter's The Ashen Series on my next library loan. Hopefully, it will have enough Viking vibes for me.
I love historical fiction, preferably a slower pace with world building complex characters and historical accuracy. Got anything that fits?
What's on my TBR.
I've got Demi Winter's The Ashen Series on my next library loan. Hopefully, it will have enough Viking vibes for me.
I love historical fiction, preferably a slower pace with world building complex characters and historical accuracy. Got anything that fits?
Day 29 of #HistFicMay
When do I prefer to write.
I'm 100% a morning gal. I'm the most productive. However I am also a mum, with a busy house and its often not possible, so I've taken to writing in the evening, in between tasks- whenever I can.
When do I prefer to write.
I'm 100% a morning gal. I'm the most productive. However I am also a mum, with a busy house and its often not possible, so I've taken to writing in the evening, in between tasks- whenever I can.
May 29, 2025 at 5:32 AM
Day 29 of #HistFicMay
When do I prefer to write.
I'm 100% a morning gal. I'm the most productive. However I am also a mum, with a busy house and its often not possible, so I've taken to writing in the evening, in between tasks- whenever I can.
When do I prefer to write.
I'm 100% a morning gal. I'm the most productive. However I am also a mum, with a busy house and its often not possible, so I've taken to writing in the evening, in between tasks- whenever I can.
Day 28 #HistFicMay
Is there a playlist for any books in my series?
I am currently working on a playlist for Of Woven Fates. It's going to be moody, atmospheric, and dark, just like the prequel to my Viking series
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Is there a playlist for any books in my series?
I am currently working on a playlist for Of Woven Fates. It's going to be moody, atmospheric, and dark, just like the prequel to my Viking series
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May 28, 2025 at 3:13 AM
Day 28 #HistFicMay
Is there a playlist for any books in my series?
I am currently working on a playlist for Of Woven Fates. It's going to be moody, atmospheric, and dark, just like the prequel to my Viking series
Sign up to my monthly newsletter for free to get it first www.meganformanek.com/free
Is there a playlist for any books in my series?
I am currently working on a playlist for Of Woven Fates. It's going to be moody, atmospheric, and dark, just like the prequel to my Viking series
Sign up to my monthly newsletter for free to get it first www.meganformanek.com/free
Day 27 of #HistFicMay
What resources do I use to inspire me? It's no surprise it's archaeology. I've acquired quite the enviable array of replica items that help me get a feel for daily life through the objects that my characters would have handled.
#Replica #History #HistoricalFiction #Viking
What resources do I use to inspire me? It's no surprise it's archaeology. I've acquired quite the enviable array of replica items that help me get a feel for daily life through the objects that my characters would have handled.
#Replica #History #HistoricalFiction #Viking
May 27, 2025 at 4:34 AM
Day 27 of #HistFicMay
What resources do I use to inspire me? It's no surprise it's archaeology. I've acquired quite the enviable array of replica items that help me get a feel for daily life through the objects that my characters would have handled.
#Replica #History #HistoricalFiction #Viking
What resources do I use to inspire me? It's no surprise it's archaeology. I've acquired quite the enviable array of replica items that help me get a feel for daily life through the objects that my characters would have handled.
#Replica #History #HistoricalFiction #Viking
Day 26 #HistFicMay
#Writer #Notebooks #Stationary #Authot #HistoricalFiction
I started off my series writing in pen and paper. These days I type, but I still have copies amounts of notepads, notes on my phone (as well as voice notes).
#Writer #Notebooks #Stationary #Authot #HistoricalFiction
I started off my series writing in pen and paper. These days I type, but I still have copies amounts of notepads, notes on my phone (as well as voice notes).
May 26, 2025 at 12:57 AM
Day 26 #HistFicMay
#Writer #Notebooks #Stationary #Authot #HistoricalFiction
I started off my series writing in pen and paper. These days I type, but I still have copies amounts of notepads, notes on my phone (as well as voice notes).
#Writer #Notebooks #Stationary #Authot #HistoricalFiction
I started off my series writing in pen and paper. These days I type, but I still have copies amounts of notepads, notes on my phone (as well as voice notes).
Day 25 #HistFicMay
I usually write at my desk. But I can be found working from bed, or sometimes, the hammock. Basically, wherever I can get comfortable.
I usually write at my desk. But I can be found working from bed, or sometimes, the hammock. Basically, wherever I can get comfortable.
May 25, 2025 at 2:57 AM
Day 25 #HistFicMay
I usually write at my desk. But I can be found working from bed, or sometimes, the hammock. Basically, wherever I can get comfortable.
I usually write at my desk. But I can be found working from bed, or sometimes, the hammock. Basically, wherever I can get comfortable.
Day 24 #HistFicMay
Would I write a prequel/sequel.
Of course! So far there are three full length novels in my Viking Trading Lands series and I've written a prequel novella for my readers who wanted to know more about Astrid's beginning.
I love expanding my Viking world!
Would I write a prequel/sequel.
Of course! So far there are three full length novels in my Viking Trading Lands series and I've written a prequel novella for my readers who wanted to know more about Astrid's beginning.
I love expanding my Viking world!
May 24, 2025 at 5:36 AM
Day 24 #HistFicMay
Would I write a prequel/sequel.
Of course! So far there are three full length novels in my Viking Trading Lands series and I've written a prequel novella for my readers who wanted to know more about Astrid's beginning.
I love expanding my Viking world!
Would I write a prequel/sequel.
Of course! So far there are three full length novels in my Viking Trading Lands series and I've written a prequel novella for my readers who wanted to know more about Astrid's beginning.
I love expanding my Viking world!
Day 23 of #HistFicMay
The biggest surprise in my research journey is that I can spend hours researching something only to give it the briefest of mentions in my writing.
#Writing #Author #Research #History #HistoricalFiction #VikingAge
The biggest surprise in my research journey is that I can spend hours researching something only to give it the briefest of mentions in my writing.
#Writing #Author #Research #History #HistoricalFiction #VikingAge
May 23, 2025 at 1:34 AM
Day 23 of #HistFicMay
The biggest surprise in my research journey is that I can spend hours researching something only to give it the briefest of mentions in my writing.
#Writing #Author #Research #History #HistoricalFiction #VikingAge
The biggest surprise in my research journey is that I can spend hours researching something only to give it the briefest of mentions in my writing.
#Writing #Author #Research #History #HistoricalFiction #VikingAge
Day 21 #HistFicMay
Historians I would be lost without. Dr Cat Jarman, Neil Price, and Leszek Gardela. All of these historians have amazing work that helped unlock questions that plagued me while I researched my Trading Lands Series.
#Historians #History #Poland #EasternEurope #Viking #VikingRus
Historians I would be lost without. Dr Cat Jarman, Neil Price, and Leszek Gardela. All of these historians have amazing work that helped unlock questions that plagued me while I researched my Trading Lands Series.
#Historians #History #Poland #EasternEurope #Viking #VikingRus
May 21, 2025 at 1:08 AM
Day 21 #HistFicMay
Historians I would be lost without. Dr Cat Jarman, Neil Price, and Leszek Gardela. All of these historians have amazing work that helped unlock questions that plagued me while I researched my Trading Lands Series.
#Historians #History #Poland #EasternEurope #Viking #VikingRus
Historians I would be lost without. Dr Cat Jarman, Neil Price, and Leszek Gardela. All of these historians have amazing work that helped unlock questions that plagued me while I researched my Trading Lands Series.
#Historians #History #Poland #EasternEurope #Viking #VikingRus
Day 20 #HistFicMay While researching Serve the Worthy I stumbled upon Isinglass. Dried fish swim bladder, a product made by the Khazars for the purpose of clarifying beer, or producing glue. In my book, Isinglass is presented as a gift by the emissary, a highly fascinating rarity for the Rus' court.
May 20, 2025 at 12:51 AM
Day 20 #HistFicMay While researching Serve the Worthy I stumbled upon Isinglass. Dried fish swim bladder, a product made by the Khazars for the purpose of clarifying beer, or producing glue. In my book, Isinglass is presented as a gift by the emissary, a highly fascinating rarity for the Rus' court.
Day 19 #HistFicMay
There's been so many great trips, one of my favourites was Jorvik in York. They have a great Viking Centre there which I've been lucky enough to visit more than once. But there are many more places to see.
#Travel #VikingAge #Viking #History #Historical
There's been so many great trips, one of my favourites was Jorvik in York. They have a great Viking Centre there which I've been lucky enough to visit more than once. But there are many more places to see.
#Travel #VikingAge #Viking #History #Historical
May 19, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Day 19 #HistFicMay
There's been so many great trips, one of my favourites was Jorvik in York. They have a great Viking Centre there which I've been lucky enough to visit more than once. But there are many more places to see.
#Travel #VikingAge #Viking #History #Historical
There's been so many great trips, one of my favourites was Jorvik in York. They have a great Viking Centre there which I've been lucky enough to visit more than once. But there are many more places to see.
#Travel #VikingAge #Viking #History #Historical
Day 18 #HistFicMay
When I'm reading about the Viking Age, I don't want to hear people eating potatoes that were unavailable during the time period.
An exception I do make is allowing modern thought in, only because readers need to connect with the characters.
When I'm reading about the Viking Age, I don't want to hear people eating potatoes that were unavailable during the time period.
An exception I do make is allowing modern thought in, only because readers need to connect with the characters.
May 18, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Day 18 #HistFicMay
When I'm reading about the Viking Age, I don't want to hear people eating potatoes that were unavailable during the time period.
An exception I do make is allowing modern thought in, only because readers need to connect with the characters.
When I'm reading about the Viking Age, I don't want to hear people eating potatoes that were unavailable during the time period.
An exception I do make is allowing modern thought in, only because readers need to connect with the characters.
Day 17 of #HistFicMay
I've never written a character based on myself but there are parts of me in every main character I write.
#HistoricalFiction #Author #WritingProcess
I've never written a character based on myself but there are parts of me in every main character I write.
#HistoricalFiction #Author #WritingProcess
May 17, 2025 at 1:17 AM
Day 17 of #HistFicMay
I've never written a character based on myself but there are parts of me in every main character I write.
#HistoricalFiction #Author #WritingProcess
I've never written a character based on myself but there are parts of me in every main character I write.
#HistoricalFiction #Author #WritingProcess
Day 16 of #HistFicMay
Shoutout to Sihtric, one of my favourite side characters in my series. He appears in book 2 and cements himself as a fan favourite with his accent, flare for fashion, and near constant inner turmoil.
#SideCharacters #VikingMen #HistoricalFictio
Shoutout to Sihtric, one of my favourite side characters in my series. He appears in book 2 and cements himself as a fan favourite with his accent, flare for fashion, and near constant inner turmoil.
#SideCharacters #VikingMen #HistoricalFictio
May 16, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Day 16 of #HistFicMay
Shoutout to Sihtric, one of my favourite side characters in my series. He appears in book 2 and cements himself as a fan favourite with his accent, flare for fashion, and near constant inner turmoil.
#SideCharacters #VikingMen #HistoricalFictio
Shoutout to Sihtric, one of my favourite side characters in my series. He appears in book 2 and cements himself as a fan favourite with his accent, flare for fashion, and near constant inner turmoil.
#SideCharacters #VikingMen #HistoricalFictio
Day 15 #HistFicMay
Antagonists ultimate goal.
Neflaug wants to be the most powerful woman (and control the leader of) Aldeigjuborg. She's had a hard start to life, nothing has been easy for her, and she thinks having Aldeigjuborg’s leader in her spell will right those wrongs.
Antagonists ultimate goal.
Neflaug wants to be the most powerful woman (and control the leader of) Aldeigjuborg. She's had a hard start to life, nothing has been easy for her, and she thinks having Aldeigjuborg’s leader in her spell will right those wrongs.
May 15, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Day 15 #HistFicMay
Antagonists ultimate goal.
Neflaug wants to be the most powerful woman (and control the leader of) Aldeigjuborg. She's had a hard start to life, nothing has been easy for her, and she thinks having Aldeigjuborg’s leader in her spell will right those wrongs.
Antagonists ultimate goal.
Neflaug wants to be the most powerful woman (and control the leader of) Aldeigjuborg. She's had a hard start to life, nothing has been easy for her, and she thinks having Aldeigjuborg’s leader in her spell will right those wrongs.
Day 14 of #HistFicMay
Protagonists ultimate goal. Astrid wants to know the far reaches of her fate and how far she can go. And that means adventure through travelling and trading.
She's hungry for knowledge, for experience.
#HistoricalFiction #History #VikingBooks
Protagonists ultimate goal. Astrid wants to know the far reaches of her fate and how far she can go. And that means adventure through travelling and trading.
She's hungry for knowledge, for experience.
#HistoricalFiction #History #VikingBooks
May 14, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Day 14 of #HistFicMay
Protagonists ultimate goal. Astrid wants to know the far reaches of her fate and how far she can go. And that means adventure through travelling and trading.
She's hungry for knowledge, for experience.
#HistoricalFiction #History #VikingBooks
Protagonists ultimate goal. Astrid wants to know the far reaches of her fate and how far she can go. And that means adventure through travelling and trading.
She's hungry for knowledge, for experience.
#HistoricalFiction #History #VikingBooks
Day 13 of #HistFicMay
Antagonist greatest fear.
Neflaug fears being no one important. She fears being forgotten and she will do just about anything to make sure that doesn't happen.
#Antagonist #HistoricalFiction #History #VikingBooks
Antagonist greatest fear.
Neflaug fears being no one important. She fears being forgotten and she will do just about anything to make sure that doesn't happen.
#Antagonist #HistoricalFiction #History #VikingBooks
May 13, 2025 at 12:08 AM
Day 13 of #HistFicMay
Antagonist greatest fear.
Neflaug fears being no one important. She fears being forgotten and she will do just about anything to make sure that doesn't happen.
#Antagonist #HistoricalFiction #History #VikingBooks
Antagonist greatest fear.
Neflaug fears being no one important. She fears being forgotten and she will do just about anything to make sure that doesn't happen.
#Antagonist #HistoricalFiction #History #VikingBooks
Day 12 of #HistFicMay
Protagonists fear.
Astrid fears anyone deciding her future. She's been in that position before and is determined it wont happen again. When she gives offering, the Norns listen.
#NorseGods #NorseMythology #AustralianWriters #HistoricalFiction #History #Norns
Protagonists fear.
Astrid fears anyone deciding her future. She's been in that position before and is determined it wont happen again. When she gives offering, the Norns listen.
#NorseGods #NorseMythology #AustralianWriters #HistoricalFiction #History #Norns
May 12, 2025 at 1:10 AM
Day 12 of #HistFicMay
Protagonists fear.
Astrid fears anyone deciding her future. She's been in that position before and is determined it wont happen again. When she gives offering, the Norns listen.
#NorseGods #NorseMythology #AustralianWriters #HistoricalFiction #History #Norns
Protagonists fear.
Astrid fears anyone deciding her future. She's been in that position before and is determined it wont happen again. When she gives offering, the Norns listen.
#NorseGods #NorseMythology #AustralianWriters #HistoricalFiction #History #Norns
Day 11 of #HistFicMay
Antagonists greatest strength.
Without a doubt, Neflaug can influence people. Her ability to read people, charm them, and become what they need gains her entry to parts of society that would otherwise be inaccessible.
Antagonists greatest strength.
Without a doubt, Neflaug can influence people. Her ability to read people, charm them, and become what they need gains her entry to parts of society that would otherwise be inaccessible.
May 11, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Day 11 of #HistFicMay
Antagonists greatest strength.
Without a doubt, Neflaug can influence people. Her ability to read people, charm them, and become what they need gains her entry to parts of society that would otherwise be inaccessible.
Antagonists greatest strength.
Without a doubt, Neflaug can influence people. Her ability to read people, charm them, and become what they need gains her entry to parts of society that would otherwise be inaccessible.