Amy Doak is a lifelong lover of books, reading and writing. Her debut YA crime novel Eleanor Jones Is Not A Murderer was released in September 2023 (followed by two further titles in the series: Eleanor Jones Can’t Keep A Secret and Eleanor Jones Is Playing With Fire). In late 2025, her stand alone YA mystery thriller: What Have They Done To Liza McLean? was released.

Eleanor Jones Is Not A Murderer won the 2024 Davitt Award for Best Crime Novel for YA Readers and the 2025 Singapore Red Dot Book Award for Mature Readers.

Amy has written for many years, working as a freelance writer, and also publishing multiple non-fiction titles. She has also worked in marketing and media (radio, television, magazines) and continues to consult in these fields – particularly with those seeking to publish. Enjoying a enduring passion for reading, Amy loves to encourage others to foster a joy of story in all forms.

She lives in Central Victoria (Dja Dja Wurrung country).

Amy is passionate about literacy and making sure all people have the opportunity to experience the joy of reading. As an Ambassador for Chapters for Change, Amy hopes to spread the love of story to all.