Storyteller, Scholar & Creative Force

Elizabeth Amisu’s works traverse the dystopian, the fantastical, and the thrilling, proving that storytelling has no boundaries—only worlds waiting to be explored. Her dystopian adventure series, The Sacerdos Mysteries, takes readers deep into a world of power struggles, supernatural secrets, and rebellion, while Ripe Earth, a young-adult fantasy thriller, offers a sharp, suspenseful ride into the unknown. And for those who prefer their fiction in bite-sized doses? Gild Your Shadows presents a haunting collection of short stories, each one peeling back layers of mystery, identity, and the surreal.
Her chilling short story The Bestseller won the Silverwood Publishing ‘Beat the Author’ competition (2013), proving that sometimes, truth really is stranger than fiction. Before that, her novel We Burn Daylight took second prize at the Southend Literary Book Festival (2010)—a testament to her early recognition as a writer with both literary depth and commercial appeal.
But Amisu doesn’t just tell stories—she dissects, analyses, and elevates them. She is the author of the landmark textbook, The Dangerous Philosophies of Michael Jackson: His Music, His Persona, and His Artistic Afterlife, a deep dive into Jackson’s artistry, influence, and legacy that’s now a must-read in academic circles. Not stopping there, she also co-hosts the widely subscribed podcast, Michael Jackson’s Dream Lives On: An Academic Conversation—because great discussions about art shouldn’t end on the page.
Elizabeth is more than just a writer—she’s a teacher, mentor, and curator of creative thought. Armed with an MA in Early Modern English Literature from King’s College London, she trained as an educator at University College London’s Institute of Education. She earned her First-Class BA (Hons) from Bucks New University, where she also took home the award for Highest Overall Mark in the Faculty of Creativity and Culture (2008)—a nice bonus for being exceptionally good at what she does.
With over a decade’s years of experience teaching English, Creative Writing, and Film, Amisu has guided countless students through the labyrinth of language and storytelling. But she’s not just shaping young minds—she’s shaping entire academic conversations. As co-founder and editor of The Journal of Michael Jackson Academic Studies, she has worked at the intersection of pop culture and critical analysis, proving that artistry and academia are two sides of the same coin.
And just when you thought her creative portfolio couldn’t get more interesting—she’s also an active fanfiction writer. Because, after all, the best writers know that every story—whether classic literature, high fantasy, or a reimagined blockbuster—deserves to be told in new and exciting ways.
Elizabeth Amisu is a writer who refuses to be confined—by genre, medium, or expectation. Whether she’s crafting dystopian adventures, literary criticism, or immersive academic discussions, her work pulses with imagination, intellect, and an undeniable love for storytelling.
Still haven’t read her work? Now’s the time.