Sarah Lahey
I write cross-genre science fiction, women’s fiction, and romance books. My Heartless series of sci-fi novels have won the Chanticleer Book Awards, the American Fiction Awards, the Independent Publishers Award (IPPY), and the Indie Reader Discovery Award. My first romance book, Louie the Lynx and Ryan the Lion won the Indie Reader Discovery Award for the best romance book in 2024.
I love science, art, and architecture. When I’m not writing, I teach classes on sustainable design, technology, and creative thinking in Sydney, Australia.
A few years ago, I packed up my car and, with my Australian kelpie, Desmo, riding shotgun, left my city life behind and moved to a small country town. You can follow my country life journey on Instagram @sarahklahey
Newsletter Sign Up
For more information on my books and new releases please join my newsletter
New Books
The Side Road
A tender romance about the paths we take to escape and the detours it takes to reroute us.
When Oliver, a former MotoGP racer, returns to his hometown to raise his daughter, he doesn’t expect to find a party underway in his living room. The neighbours have gathered to celebrate the passing of his daughter’s grandmother. Among the revellers, he finds Mia, a newcomer to the small town, nursing a bottle of gin in his kitchen.
Seeking a fresh start, Mia has moved from the city, bringing her rescue dog, Snood, along for the journey. As the owner of the local craft store, she hosts the local Sit & Knit groups, where gossip flows as freely as the yarn.
Oliver and Mia find themselves drawn together in a way neither expected. But as their relationship deepens, shadows from Mia’s past threaten their blossoming romance.
Set against the stunning backdrop of wine country, Oliver and Mia’s love story unfolds amidst vintage motorbikes, a lively knitting circle, the ups and downs of raising an almost-teenager, and a colourful array of elderly relatives. But lurking beneath the charm lies a mystery – what happened to the missing money? Was the strict Baptist grandmother embezzling?
A novel about life's winding paths, the choices we make and the threads that knit us together.
Reviews
"I absolutely loved this quiet, funny, and charming book. There’s something comforting and deeply human about the way Lahey brought Oliver and Mia together. I could feel the small-town rhythm, the clinking of knitting needles, the motorbike, the laughter, and the slow pull between two people who didn’t expect to fall in love." — Goodreads Review ★★★★★
“This is not just a romance. It’s a funny and aching beauty story of second chances. This is a novel with heart and warmth. It’s also hilarious” — Goodreads Review ★★★★★
“I’m a fan. This did not disappoint.” —BookSprout ★★★★★
The Southern Kind
In the rugged, windswept beauty of a small Tasmanian seaside town, celebrated chef Marco seeks refuge from the chaos of fame. While searching for inspiration for his next cookbook, he meets Ines Bennett, a talented local photographer. With her adventurous spirit and deep-rooted love for the ocean, Ines leaves a lasting impression.
Soon, their worlds collide as Marco’s fiery passion for food meets Ine’s love for capturing fleeting moments in time. Together, they embark on a journey that stirs up more than just romance. As shared passion transforms their lives, they discover that love, like the perfect recipe, is about finding the right ingredients to create something extraordinary.
But with the shadow of Marco’s bustling career looming, and Ines’s love of small-town life, their fragile romance stumbles. Amidst the blustering winds, icy temperatures, and roaring seas, they must navigate choices that will change their lives forever. Is their love destined to succeed, or will their different worlds tear them apart?