AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Julia Strelou
AUTHOR INTERVIEW: Julia Strelou on Ocean Folklore, Emotional Depth, and Love That Destroys With her debut novel Sea of Evil and Desire , released May 6th, 2025, Julia Strelou has made waves—both in hearts and on bookshelves. Her lyrical prose, magnetic characters, and ocean-wrapped mythology invite readers into a world as breathtaking as it is brutal. With its rich folklore , aching romance , and themes of fate, grief, and passion, this is a book that lingers long after the final page. We had the pleasure of speaking with Julia about her creative process, the heartbreak and beauty behind her characters, and what to expect next in the Sea of Pleasure and Pain . Below, she shares a raw and thoughtful reflection on storytelling, love, and the power of the sea. Sea of Evil and Desire is a marine Romantasy revolving around Mer, Selkie, Sirens, Undead, and many more folklore. What attracts you to such folklore? I’ve been fascinated by ocean folklore for as long as I can r...