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D. L. Armillei (Donna) is a USA Today and international bestselling author who began her storytelling journey at just four years old. Unable to read or write at the time, she presented her mother with a “story” in “cursive,” hoping to hear it read aloud. Instead, her mother lovingly tucked the pages away, promising they’d read it together once Donna learned to write for real.
Today, Donna crafts compelling stories filled with imagination and depth. Her flagship Anchoress series, a young adult quest fantasy, invites readers into an intricately woven world of adventure, spiritual self-discovery, and empowerment. The debut novel, Shock of Fate, hit #1 in Epic Fantasy on Amazon and earned the New Apple Award for Excellence in Publishing in 2017. Books three and four, Helm of Awe and Echoes of Fate, both claimed the Gold Medal at the Florida Author and Publishers Association Book Awards. In 2026, Donna was honored with the Founders Award for her outstanding service to the publishing industry. Fans of Shadow and Bone and Percy Jackson often find themselves enchanted by the Anchoress series. In addition to her writing career, Donna serves on the Board of Directors for the Florida Authors and Publishers Association (FAPA) where she is passionate about supporting and educating authors at all stages of their publishing journey. Originally from Massachusetts, Donna splits her time between her home state and Florida. When she's not writing, you’ll find her reading in her hammock with her white cat, Snowball, snoozing nearby. She's also known to chase adventure, whether biking scenic trails, swimming in the Gulf of Mexico’s crystalline waters, or kayaking among real-life mermaids at Weeki Wachee Springs. Donna's Facebook (Meta) Page Donna's Instagram: www.instagram.com/dlarmillei/ |