Eliza Knight

There are no female publishing CEOs in 1960's New York. And that is exactly what savvy, ambitious Bernadette Swift plans to change.

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About Confessions of a Grammar Queen

Bernadette Swift, a young copyeditor at Lenox & Park Publishing, is determined to become the first female CEO in the publishing industry. But first she needs to take the next step up that ladder with a promotion that her boorish and sexist boss wants to thwart. Seeking a base of support, Bernadette joins a feminist women's book club at the New York Public Library, and soon, she's inspiring her fellow members to challenge the male gatekeepers and decades of ingrained sexism in their workplaces and pursue their personal and professional dreams.

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About Eliza Knight

Eliza Knight is an award-winning, USA Today and international bestselling author. Eliza is an avid history buff and her love of history began as a young girl when she traipsed the halls of Versailles. She also writes women's contemporary fiction under the pseudonym, Michelle Brandon. She is a member of the Historical Novel Society, Novelists, Inc., Women's Fiction Writing Association, Tall Poppy Writers, the creator of the popular historical blog, History Undressed, and host on the History, Books and Wine podcast. Her books have been translated into multiple languages, and most recently, her title A Day of Fire has been optioned for film. Knight lives in the sunshine state with her husband, three daughters, two dogs and a turtle.

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Praise for Eliza's Work

“The Mayfair Bookshop traverses the Mitford family conflict with one another, a declaration of war and Nancy’s own struggle with her writing career. Eliza Knight’s wonderfully descriptive novel is a window into the riveting life of Nancy Mitford, not as an untouchable socialite, but as a woman who has her share of struggles on a very real, very relatable level – an absolute must read!"

—Madeline Martin, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Bookshop in London

“The force of nature that was Nancy Mitford dazzles in THE MAYFAIR BOOKSHOP, first as one of society's 'bright young things' between the World Wars and then as a wildly successful writer. Both Nancy's razor-sharp wit and hidden heartaches make for riveting reading!"

—Stephanie Marie Thornton, USA Today Bestselling Author of A MOST CLEVER GIRL

“Twining two timelines together, Knight’s THE MAYFAIR BOOKSHOP reminds us that women and books have the power to shape the world, and we all have the power to forge our own destinies—even in times of extreme adversity."

—Sophie Perinot, author of Medicis Daughter

“The French Revolution as you've never read it before--fast-paced, gut-wrenching, and told through the eyes of women who fought and lived it. This is historical fiction at its absolute best!”

—Michelle Moran, author of Madame Tussaud, on Ribbons of Scarlet)

“This skillfully crafted novel of the French Revolution by well-known historical fiction authors Quinn, Stephanie Dray, Laura Kamoie, Sophie Perinot, Heather Webb, and E. Knight tells of singular women during tumultuous times. Sure to appeal to devotees of historical fiction, feminists, and those looking for a stirring #metoo read.”

—Library Journal on Ribbons of Scarlet

“The intrigue and historical details are captivating, but readers should be prepared for an excruciatingly slow burn in the love story... Fans of strong female protagonists and subtle passion will be pleased.”

—Publishers Weekly on The Rebel Wears Plaid

Coming soon from Michelle Brandon

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New from author Michelle Brandon, pseudonym for USA Today bestselling author Eliza Knight, comes a quirky and intriguing tale about Southern sororities, secrets, and the importance of lifelong friendships.

Coming July 2025

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