Ellyn M. Baker

Ellyn is a historical fiction author. Her deep connection to history began locally. Drawing on her experience in psychology, human development, social gerontology, and nursing, Ellyn crafts intricate stories with deeply motivated characters.

When she's away from her writing desk, Ellyn remains a dedicated student of history, exploring historical sites and finding inspiration in nature through hiking, kayaking, and gardening.

The Cause: Love & War is her first novel published in 2012.

Courting Freedom, Book 1 of The Cause Love & War Series, follows a young protagonist as she navigates the challenges of coming of age at the onset of the American Civil War, blending a personal growth journey with historical detail.

Release date: October 1, 2025.