Jane Harrison is an award-winning playwright and author with a diverse literary career spanning theater, fiction, and cultural advocacy. Her debut play, "Stolen," enjoyed a seven-year international tour, while "Rainbow’s End" earned critical acclaim, including the 2012 Drover Award. Her novel "Becoming Kirrali Lewis" won the 2014 Black & Write! Prize and was shortlisted for both the Prime Minister’s Literary Awards and the Victorian Premier’s Awards. Her latest play, "The Visitors," premiered at the Sydney Festival in 2020 and is being adapted into a novel set for release in 2023.
Harrison’s work often explores themes of cultural identity and connection, reflecting her Muruwari heritage. She has served as director of the Blak & Bright First Nations Literary Festival, underscoring her commitment to amplifying Indigenous voices. In addition to her literary achievements, she has worked under the pen name Emma Harrington, publishing ten historical romances. Her versatility extends to ghostwriting and editorial roles, collaborating on numerous projects across genres. Currently based south of Memphis, Tennessee, Harrison continues to write, with a focus on fantasy novels infused with romantic elements.