Emma Pei Yin
I had the pleasure of working with Emma, a talented British-born Hong Kong-Chinese writer and editor, to create her author photo for her debut historical fiction novel, When Sleeping Women Wake, set for global publication in 2025.
Emma’s extensive contributions to publications like The Mekong Review, The Hong Kong Review, coupled with her role as the founder of Yinfluence Editorial, made this project both challenging and rewarding.
Our goal was to capture a photo that not only presented Emma’s professional enthusiasm but also to encapsulate the essence of Emma’s literary work—bridging cultures, history, and personal identity.
The simplicity of the background filled with books and the warm, ambient light created the perfect atmosphere to capture the intellectual and introspective nature of Emma as an author.
The final author photo not only met the professional standards required for global publication but also conveyed the intricate layers of Emma’s identity and storytelling style.
I look forward to reading the book and working alongside Emma and her agency, Yinfluence Editorial, in the future.
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