About
I'm a Scottish-Italian author based in Edinburgh who writes historical fiction and thrillers. I also write speculative short fiction under M.A.R. Rinaldi. I am the winner of Bloody Scotland's 2025 Pitch Perfect competition (read my winning pitch now!) after also being a finalist in the 2023 competition.
I am also the co-host of the popular Page One - The Writer’s Podcast, in which I interview writers of all kinds about their writing process, as well as hosting with in-depth interviews with publishing industry experts including agents and editors.
I also host panels for literary events, and regularly chair talks at the Bloody Scotland and Cymera Festivals. I am available to host at other festivals and bookish events - please just get in touch!
I live in Edinburgh with my family and when not writing, I'll generally be complaining about my beloved Venezia FC losing again, or organising yet another game of tabletop RPGs like Call of Cthulhu or Delta Green for my friends.
I am also the co-host of the popular Page One - The Writer’s Podcast, in which I interview writers of all kinds about their writing process, as well as hosting with in-depth interviews with publishing industry experts including agents and editors.
I also host panels for literary events, and regularly chair talks at the Bloody Scotland and Cymera Festivals. I am available to host at other festivals and bookish events - please just get in touch!
I live in Edinburgh with my family and when not writing, I'll generally be complaining about my beloved Venezia FC losing again, or organising yet another game of tabletop RPGs like Call of Cthulhu or Delta Green for my friends.