
Alix E. Harrow
5 SeriesAlix E. Harrow is an American science-fiction author who debuted with the novel "The Ten Thousand Doors of January" in 2019. Prior to her novel, she wrote short fiction and won a Hugo Award in 2019 for her story, "A Witch’s Guide to Escape: A Practical Compendium of Portal Fantasies."
In Alix E. Harrow's debut novel, "The Ten Thousand Doors of January," set in the early 1900s, January Scaller, a young ward to the affluent Mr. Locke, feels out of place in his opulent mansion. Her life takes a transformative turn when she discovers a mysterious book that exudes the aroma of other worlds. The book captivates her with tales of secret doors, adventure, and love, while revealing profound truths about her own reality. As January delves deeper into the narrative, she finds her story intricately linked with the book's, leading her on a journey of self-discovery and belonging.