Shimrit Hanes

On the peaceful gulf coast of Florida, Shimrit Hanes crafts science fiction narratives that weave together survival wisdom and an imaginative world. She approaches her storytelling with the same dedication that has guided her through sixty-nine years of adventures, challenges, and creative pursuits.

When not immersed in her fictional universe, Shimrit can be found tending to her acre of homestead land, coaxing vegetables from Florida sand, or formatting books for fellow authors. The jewelry she creates, like her stories, combines raw elements into something both beautiful and meaningful.

Shimrit's path to writing emerged unexpectedly. After chronic fatigue curtailed her music ministry, she found herself adrift, searching for purpose. Inspiration struck while encouraging her three eldest daughters in their own writing journeys. What began as moral support transformed into a personal creative renaissance, proving that new chapters can begin at any age.

Her science fiction works stand apart through their practical underpinnings. Drawing from decades of "making do," traveling widely, and weathering hurricanes and metaphorical storms, Shimrit infuses her narratives with hard-won wisdom. This unique approach transforms entertainment into something more valuable—stories that might one day help readers navigate their own challenges. Award-winning author Terri Gillespie describes her as "a gifted storyteller who delivers realistic characters I care about, and a world I want to explore!"

Family remains at the center of Shimrit's world and music continues to flow through her life and work. As a songwriter, vocalist, and harpist, she understands the rhythm of language. Her harp playing and singing provide a counterpoint to the clicking of keyboard keys.

Shimrit approaches her writing with unwavering commitment. She admits to getting "real cranky" when unable to write for extended periods—a testament to how integral storytelling has become to her identity. Her persistence, coupled with natural creativity and inventiveness, continues to produce science fiction that entertains, instructs, and inspires.