Amaani Noor
Fantasy Author
Amaani Noor writes atmospheric fantasy mysteries filled where hidden magic, ancient artefacts, and dangerous truths lurk beneath the surface of ordinary life.
Hi there,
There are approximately 1.3 billion websites on the internet, so the fact you somehow ended up on this one feels both statistically unlikely and deeply appreciated.Here you’ll find fantasy, mystery, hidden magic, morally questionable decisions, and an entirely normal amount of emotional devastation.You can explore the world of Lowe and Gray, disappear into the lore of Almara, or sign up to the mailing list if you enjoy receiving occasional updates from someone who spends far too much time thinking about fictional people.
Either way, I’m glad you’re here!
About
Hi, i’m Amaani Noor — the writer behind Lowe & Gray, , a fantasy mystery series I’ve been working on for the past seven years.When I’m not writing, I’m probably replaying one of my favourite cosy games or creating something in one way or another. I’ve always had a soft spot for “cute” things and often express this through fashion, stationery, teacups, and the small everyday details that make life feel a little more magical.I enjoy building worlds, drawing inspiration from art, stories, and the little things that catch my attention. My aim is to bring a little magic into our world.
You may see this little fella around my pages. This is Theo – the familiar of my main character Aurora Gray. He serves as a mascot for the Lowe and Gray universe.Chosen rather than owned, Familiars are mystical creatures bound to a Sorcerer’s resonance. They act as emotional anchors and magical companions, their wellbeing tied directly to the life and stability of their mage.
Get in contact
For business enquiries, collaborations, beta reading, etc: [email protected]
Lowe and Gray
About the Series
Lowe and Gray is a fantasy mystery series blending murder investigations, hidden magic, and noir-inspired storytelling. I began developing the series over seven years ago, building a world shaped by ancient magical traditions, powerful founding families, and the politics of a hidden society.The story follows Aurora Gray and Jensen Lowe, two unlikely allies drawn into a dangerous conflict after the mysterious death of Aurora’s brother. What begins as a search for answers soon becomes something far larger: a confrontation with dark forces, buried secrets, and the fragile balance of power within the magical world.At its heart, Lowe & Gray explores themes of grief, trust, identity, legacy, and the cost of power. The series combines intricate world-building including unique magic systems, historical factions, and an original island nation, with character-driven storytelling, dry humour, and high emotional stakes.
The Story
Aurora Gray never believed in magic — until her brother’s death exposed a world built on it. The official report called it a seizure. The truth is uglier: murder, at the hands of the dark sorcerer Malignant.
Thrust into a hidden war of sorcerers, Aurora’s only ally is Jensen Lowe, a war-scarred vigilante obsessed with bringing Malignant down. Their search leads from blood-reactive sigils to the cursed lands, where time loops and the dead whisper, as they find themselves in a race against Malignant to find the Codex of Shadows — a legendary power rumoured to hold the power to rewrite life, death, and truth itself.
Twice Aurora survives Malignant. The third time, she might not.
To save the world, she’ll have to decide how far she’s willing to go — and what she’s willing to lose.Lowe and Gray: saving the world one catastrophe at a time.
In a world where truth can be rewritten, survival means knowing who to trust.
Tropes and Elements
Readers of Lowe and Gray can expect:
• Reluctant hero
• Found family
• Mentor and mentee rivalry
• Morally grey characters
• Hidden magical societies
• Ancient artefacts and forbidden magic
• Vigilante justice vs corrupt institutions
WHERE TO READ
Lowe and Gray is currently in the final editing stage. I'm aiming for a late 2026 publish and you can sign up to my mailing list for updates and early access.
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Frequently asked questions
WHAT IS LOWE AND GRAY ABOUT?
Lowe and Gray is an upper YA fantasy series blending murder investigations, hidden magic, and noir-inspired storytelling. The story follows Aurora Gray and Jensen Lowe, two unlikely allies drawn into a dangerous conflict after the mysterious death of Aurora’s brother. What begins as a murder mystery becomes a confrontation with dark forces, buried secrets, and the fragile balance of political power within the magical world.
WHEN WILL LOWE AND GRAY BE RELEASED?
The book is in its final stages of editing, so I'm hoping to announce for ARC readers in the summer to aim for an Autumn 2026 publish. You can sign up to my mailing list for updates, lore and sneak peeks, or stay up-to-date on all things Lowe and Gray via my socials @amaaninoorwriting
WHAT INSPIRED THE BOOK?
Honestly, just about everything. I wanted to create a fantasy world influenced by the Islamic and Middle Eastern stories, aesthetics, and cultural influences I rarely saw reflected in the fantasy novels I grew up reading. This ended up shaping a lot of the worldbuilding, lore and influences for Almara – the Sorcerer home country in Lowe and Gray.
I've always been fascinated by the concept of magic and try find little pockets of it in everyday life, so it just seemed natural for me to write a novel with supernatural elements.
I'M INTERESTED IN BETA/ARC READING OR COLLABORATING.
Amazing! For beta and ARC readers you can sign up to my mailing list and keep an eye out for announcements on my socials. If you're interested in collaborating, please send me an email at [email protected] and I'll aim to get back to you within 2-3 working days.
ARCs
ARC READER CALL!
I’m looking for a small team of early readers to help bring my debut fantasy novel into the world.
If you love:
✦ Dark magical secrets
✦ Grief + found family
✦ Mentor x mentee banter
✦ Ancient journals, hidden societies, and dangerous magic
✦ Emotionally complex characters
Then you might want in…
I'M OPENING ARC APPLICATIONS!
✦ Please apply ONLY if you:
✦ Can read before release week
✦ Are comfortable posting an honest review
✦ Actively review books on Amazon/Goodreads/TikTok
✦ Enjoy dark fantasy / mystery themes
ARC copies are limited and will be given to readers who are likely to engage and post.