Emma Shacklock
Emma is a Royal Editor with eight years experience working in publishing. Her specialist areas include the British Royal Family, ranging from protocol to outfits, titles and their magnificent royal residences. If it’s royal history or tradition you’re interested in, she’s got you covered too. Alongside putting her royal knowledge to good use with insightful news pieces and covering the Royal Family’s latest appearances, Emma is a huge fan of crime dramas.
Whether it’s classics like Midsomer Murders and Agatha Christie’s Poirot or the latest release on the BBC or ITV, Emma is sure to dive right in. She uses her expertise in entertainment pieces that answer fans’ burning questions about new shoes, whether it’s explaining a complex ending or revealing all we know about the future of a hit series. When she’s not writing about the next unmissable show to add to your to-watch list or delving into royal protocol, Emma enjoys cooking, long walks and watching yet more crime dramas!
Before she joined Future, Emma graduated from the University of Warwick with a degree in English and Comparative Literary Studies and studied everything from Victorian poetry to modern classics before starting out her publishing career in the world of books. She worked as a Publisher for an independent digital publisher specialising in back-list and debut commercial and literary fiction novels.
Alongside her work bringing brilliant stories to the widest audience possible, Emma filled her spare time with reading the latest best-sellers and enjoying plenty of hit shows. In 2017 she joined TI Media as Fiction Writing Coordinator on Woman’s Weekly and Woman’s Weekly Fiction as part of the features team.
She commissioned and edited short stories ready for our loyal readers to enjoy and after becoming Books and Fiction Editor began writing for the books pages of Woman, Woman’s Own and womanandhome, as well as online features too. After honing her skills, Emma joined the womanandhome digital team in 2020 and has gone on to amass a wealth of experience, bringing inspiring news to our audience each day.
Latest articles by Emma Shacklock
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Kate Middleton's selfless sacrifice for Prince George and Princess Charlotte as she focused on 'priorities'
The Princess of Wales's selfless sacrifice didn't go unnoticed as she missed out on a special annual occasion to spend time with her children
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Kate Middleton 'happy and relaxed' as she's spotted on wholesome shopping trip with Prince William
The Princess of Wales was reportedly spotted during a visit to a local shop with Prince William
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The special gesture we've never seen from Michael and Carole Middleton as they follow Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip's footsteps
Carole and Michael Middleton haven't been pictured making this sweet gesture in public - and it's something Kate and William tend to steer clear of too
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Zara Tindall nails bold tonal dressing in navy cape and matching accessories at Cheltenham
Zara Tindall's navy Cheltenham outfit for Day 1 of the festival is the epitome of elegance and showed how effective tonal dressing can be
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton deeply 'upset' and feeling 'awful' after nightmare caused by 'innocent family photo'
The Princess of Wales reportedly just wanted her Mother's Day photo with Prince George, Charlotte and Louis to be the 'best it could be'
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Will Princess Charlotte be a working royal and keep her security? Here's what could be in store for Kate and William's only daughter
Princess Charlotte has a big destiny ahead of her as the daughter and sister of future Kings - but does that mean she'll be a working royal?
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Cameron Diaz's unpainted kitchen cabinets and drawers are the dream contrast to her luxury marble worktop
Cameron Diaz's kitchen cabinets are right on trend for 2024 and the contrast with marble worktops and gold accents is so well thought-out
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Carole Middleton is a 'vital anchor' for the Wales family as she wraps Kate 'up in cotton wool'
Carole Middleton 'has been there' at Kate's side to help her feel better after her operation, a royal expert says
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Duchess Sophie's standout stripes and ultra wide-leg trousers are the easy spring staples we're shopping
Duchess Sophie combined vibrant stripes with wide-leg trousers to create a winning spring style combination
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Got a bob haircut? Take note of Carole Middleton's voluminous half-up style for your next night out
Carole Middleton’s half-up, half down bob is an evening out hairstyle that's still so glam ten years on
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Kate Middleton issues personal 'apology' over Mother's Day picture 'editing'
The Princess of Wales has shared her second personal message of 2024 as she apologised for 'any confusion' caused by a new family photo
By Emma Shacklock Published
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When was Queen Camilla's Antiques Roadshow episode filmed, has it been on before and does she watch the BBC show?
Queen Camilla made a very regal appearance on the BBC's Antiques Roadshow and here's all you need to know about this special episode
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Carole Middleton's styling trick to create a polished outfit is the 'sophisticated shortcut' we all need
Carole Middleton's easy styling trick is something that we can all try ourselves and it's a 'shortcut to a cohesive, sophisticated look'
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton has an iconic title you might not even know about - and it came from Queen Camilla
There's an iconic title the Princess of Wales took over from Queen Camilla when King Charles became monarch - but she doesn't use it often
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Can Prince George travel with Prince William? The royals' unique travel precaution explained
Wondering if Prince George can travel with Prince William? Here's all you need to know about his travel situation and why it could change
By Emma Shacklock Published
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The Royal Family's bizarre sandwich rule to protect King Charles
The Royal Family reportedly have a very unusual rule when it comes to sandwiches and it's all to do with a surprising superstition
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Carole Middleton's voluminous bob and spring-green shirt dress is a glamorous combination we’re still thinking about
Carole Middleton ultra-voluminous bob is still giving us hair envy
By Emma Shacklock Published
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The 'American tradition' Kate Middleton included in her wedding that Meghan Markle didn't
There's an 'American tradition' Kate Middleton had at her wedding to Prince William that the Duchess of Sussex didn't choose for hers
By Emma Shacklock Published
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When will Princess Charlotte wear a tiara for the first time and which one could it be?
When will Princess Charlotte wear a tiara? This is when we predict her first tiara moment will be and there are several she could choose
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Duchess Sophie just wore Kate Middleton's 'safe bet' wardrobe staple
Duchess Sophie stepped out for a day of engagements wearing one of the Princess of Wales's go-to style staples
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Will Prince Louis ever be King and what titles will he have when Prince William is monarch?
Will Prince Louis ever be King? Here's all you need to know about what lies ahead for the Prince and Princess of Wales's third child
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Princess Anne putting royal duties first following King's cancer diagnosis as she misses special occasion
Princess Anne has showcased her commitment to her duties as she missed out on a special personal occasion to undertake a royal tour
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Lady Louise Windsor's exciting break from university life
Lady Louise Windsor recently enjoyed a break from St Andrews University and made the most of her time off with a special family trip
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Who is Gary Goldsmith and how is he related to Carole and Kate Middleton?
Who is Gary Goldsmith? Here's all you need to know about him and how he's related to the Princess of Wales and her mother
By Emma Shacklock Published