J. M. Shaw is a Canadian author of fantasy fiction who lives in Alberta with her husband and two young children. She’s been writing since childhood, building worlds from raw imagination and quiet observation, but it took years for her to find the courage to share them. For Shaw, storytelling has always been more than a hobby; it’s a passion.
In 2019, Shaw was diagnosed with autism and ADHD, a turning point that brought clarity to a lifetime of feeling out of place. Her intense focus, emotional depth, and ability to live inside fictional worlds became not flaws but the superpowers of a neurodivergent mind. These qualities shape her stories, infusing them with realism, heart, and meaning, and giving her the courage to finally share her creative works. Her worlds may be fantastical, but her characters—flawed, searching, and deeply human—resonate on a personal level.
When she’s not writing, Shaw enjoys connecting with nature, curling up with a good book, and dreaming up new worlds. She also finds joy in encouraging young writers to pursue their own passions.
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Which ’hood are you in?
I reside in the Hillcrest neighbourhood of SW Airdrie. Prior to that, I lived in Skyview Ranch.
What do you do?
I am a YA and up fantasy-adventure author.
What are you currently working on?
I’ve published the first four books in my Callum Walker Series, and I’m working on my fifth.
Where can we find your work?
