Press Kit
Welcome to the official press kit for Iwan Ross, South African author of uncanny fiction, quiet psychological tension, and emotionally resonant storytelling. This page provides downloadable images, book information, and a concise introduction to Iwan’s work for journalists, bloggers, event organizers, and booksellers.
Writing Themes & Style
Iwan’s work explores the tension between the ordinary and the uncanny, often grounding psychological unease in everyday places and relationships. His stories blend emotional honesty with atmospheric writing, drawing on memory, resilience, and the human search for belonging. Many of his books centre on characters who live at the edges of society or struggle with unseen burdens — themes shaped by his own lived experience.
Genres
- Psychological fiction
- Quiet horror / uncanny fiction
- Emotional coming-of-age stories
- Light literary suspense
- Short-form reflections and personal essays
Media Availability
Iwan is available for:
- Author interviews (audio, video, written Q&A)
- Podcast guest appearances
- Bookstore and library events (virtual or in-person)
- Panel discussions on writing, mental health, or storytelling
- Sensitivity and authenticity consultations related to lived experience in mental health narratives
Speaking Topics
- Writing through mental health challenges (Bipolar II lived experience)
- Finding hope through storytelling
- Building strange, atmospheric settings
- The role of memory and belonging in fiction
- Self-publishing and creative resilience
- How books become refuge
- Writing as recovery and self-discovery
Professional Background
Alongside his work as an author, Iwan has a background in technical writing and digital documentation, crafting high-quality developer guides for international fintech platforms. This experience brings clarity, precision, and structure to his storytelling — as well as a deep respect for communication that is both accessible and meaningful.
Publications & Reach
Iwan has published multiple novels, novellas, and short works across Amazon Kindle, Medium, and Smashwords. His writing attracts readers drawn to emotional depth, haunting atmosphere, and quiet character-driven tension. Several of his works maintain strong reader engagement across platforms.
Current Projects
Iwan is currently working on his follow-up novel to Elm Brook Manor, continuing the McTavish family arc with a focus on inheritance, trauma, and long-buried secrets within small communities. He also maintains a daily reflective series on his author website, documenting his mental health journey with openness and honesty.
Contact Information for Media
For interviews, reviews, speaking requests, or collaboration opportunities, please use the contact details provided on this page or reach out through the author website at iwanross.com/contact