Helena St. George | Dystopian, Fantasy & Horror Author
About Helena St. George
Helena St. George is an author of speculative fiction, including dystopian, horror, and fantasy for young adult and new adult audiences.
Her writing explores themes of social justice, resilience, courage, and often the struggle between good and evil. Her work is character- and theme-driven, unfolding through sharp dialogue and moral tension. Whether the antagonist is an individual or an institution, her stories examine power, hypocrisy, and the cost of silence.
Her work explores authoritarianism, fear as social control, conformity, and forms of resistance that emerge when individuals are pushed to the margins of society.
Writing Across Genres
Helena St. George writes dystopian fiction rooted in social realism, fantasy shaped by myth and power, and horror that examines psychological and societal fear. Her work explores how fear, power, and belief reshape ordinary lives, whether through authoritarian regimes, supernatural forces, or mythic worlds where survival is not guaranteed.
Each genre offers a unique lens:
Dystopian fiction: explores institutional control and social collapse
Fantasy: examines power, identity, and morality through imagined worlds
Horror: delves into fear, vulnerability, and the loss of control
Adult, New Adult, and Young Adult
Helena St. George writes for adult, new adult, and older young adult readers, capturing the moments when adolescence, independence, and identity collide with institutions that demand conformity, and when every choice can leave a lasting mark. Her work engages political and social realities—power, ideology, and institutional control—while remaining grounded in intimate, character-driven storytelling. She writes about moral ambiguity, survival, and the long-term consequences of choices made under pressure. Her stories speak to readers who question authority, feel out of step with the world, or recognize that finding oneself often requires resisting the expected path.
Newest Work in Process
For readers of adult dystopian fiction, Shattered But Not Silenced follows Maya, a fiercely observant, socially awkward, and quietly defiant young woman. She navigates a world where being different is unforgivable, and speaking the truth is deadly. Her art becomes vital acts of resistance in a world that rewards conformity and compliance. Coming in April 2026.
Why Speculative Fiction?
Helena St. George's speculative fiction allows her to explore how individuals are shaped and tested by institutions that encourage conformity. She delves into dystopia, fantasy, and horror, revealing how fear becomes policy, compliance is enforced, and resistance often begins in quiet, private acts. By creating imagined worlds and heightened realities, her work examines how people respond under pressure, highlighting how courage and defiance can emerge even in the darkest circumstances.
