Samantha Sotto Yambao
FilipinoMagical RealismFantasyRomance
Samantha Sotto Yambao is a professional daydreamer, aspiring time traveler, and speculative fiction writer based in Manila, Philippines. She is known for her novels that blend elements of fantasy, romance, and magical realism, often exploring themes of love, time, and human connections. She previously worked in consumer marketing and brand management before becoming a full-time writer.
Awards
['Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Adult Literature (nominee, 2026)', 'Wilbur Smith Adventure Writing Prize (shortlist, 2025)', 'Goodreads Awards, Best Fantasy (nominee, 2025)']
Notable Works
['Water Moon', 'The Elsewhere Express', 'Before Ever After', 'Love and Gravity', 'A Dream of Trees', 'The Beginning of Always']
