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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Prince Harry breaks silence on King Charles's cancer diagnosis after UK visit
Prince Harry has spoken out about his reunion with King Charles in London and he's planning to 'stop in' and see family 'as much as' he can
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Meghan and Prince Harry declare 'we will not be broken' despite 'criticism and challenges'
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry's representative has spoken out during the couple's visit to Canada to send a powerful message
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Reese Witherspoon's living room is a 2024 trend blend mixing bloomcore and faux texture
Reese Witherspoon's living room is a masterclass in blending trends in a neutral yet impactful way and it's giving us all the inspiration
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince Archie and Lilibet's 'unifying' change leaves Lady Louise alone with special honour
Prince Archie and Lilibet's names have reportedly undergone another major change since King Charles's coronation
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Meghan Markle just wore Kate Middleton's favourite stylish snow boots in Canada and they're 30% off today
Meghan Markle's snow boots are on sale right now - and they're Princess Catherine's favourites, too
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Emilia Fox's Silent Witness kitchen with soothing pistachio shades and bauble lights makes us want to move in with Dr Nikki Alexander
Nikki's kitchen in Silent Witness is one of the most beautiful ones on TV right now and Emilia Fox's character has proved green is the way to go
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Will there be another season of Silent Witness, has the forensic drama finished and who could return in season 28?
Another season of Silent Witness is something all fans will be hoping for and here's all the details about whether it's definitely happening
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Letizia of Spain's sultry red knee high boots and striking matching coat is one of her boldest looks to date
Queen Letizia's red boots and coat combination is a seriously bold look we can't help being tempted to recreate this winter
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Did Nikki and Jack get engaged in Silent Witness and how long have they been together? Season 27 finale takes turn for the unexpected
Did Nikki and Jack get engaged in Silent Witness? The season 27 finale Kings Cross certainly marks a change in relationship...
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Has All Creatures Great and Small been renewed for season 5 and which of your favourite characters could return?
You might be wondering if All Creatures Great and Small season 5 is happening or if the Christmas special was the show's last outing
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Meghan Markle proves the messy bun still in as she brings back 45-minute wedding hairstyle with casual twist
Meghan Markle's latest hairstyle has brought back the relaxed messy bun she's often gone for over the years - including on her wedding day
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Take a look at Anmer Hall, Prince William and Kate Middleton's home in Norfolk
Anmer Hall has been the Prince and Princess of Wales's beloved Norfolk home for over a decade – and it's reportedly where Catherine has spent much of her time recovering
By Amy Hunt Last updated
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Vera Poster Child explained: Ann Cleeves' iconic detective faces one of her most emotionally intense cases yet in the ITV drama
Vera Poster Child is airing again, and the season 3 episode sees DCI Stanhope racing to solve multiple crimes in a case that echoes her life
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince William ‘in discussions’ to take on major role in King Charles’ place
Prince William is reportedly 'in discussions' to potentially take on a big role for King Charles and it would be his first time doing so
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Duchess Sophie loves these flattering country boots to look stylish yet practical
The Duchess of Edinburgh is a fan of wearing waterproof country boots as an alternative to wellies and here's how to get the look
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Princess Anne gives stern instruction before iconic royal duty and her no-nonsense approach is so her
Princess Anne's dry sense of humour shone through as she delivered stern instructions about preventing 'vandalism' at a special engagement
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Camilla wears leopard print and knee-high boots in bold winter styling moment
Queen Camilla's leopard print dress and cosy knee high boots combination is the most elegant way to wear animal print in the winter
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Is James leaving All Creatures Great and Small and will Nicholas Ralph’s character return from the war?
The idea of James leaving All Creatures Great and Small might seem unimaginable but season 4 set up a major storyline for the beloved vet
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince William's rare update on Kate Middleton's time in hospital as he resumes royal duties
Prince William spoke out about the Princess of Wales's time in hospital and thanked people for their 'support' at his recent engagements
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Claudia Winkleman's statement book wall with minimalistic shelves is simple to DIY
Claudia Winkleman's statement book wall is a lovely way to display your favourite reads and recreating it doesn't have to be expensive
By Emma Shacklock Published
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What is Operation Menai Bridge and why is it called that?
You might have heard of Operation Menai Bridge in relation to King Charles - here's what it actually means
By Emma Shacklock Published
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'Scary time' for Prince William 'facing his destiny' after King Charles's cancer diagnosis
Prince William has resumed public duties and according to an expert he'll be feeling 'very serious about his life' at this challenging time
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Did King Charles see Prince Harry, how long for and why has he gone to Sandringham?
Prince Harry arrived in London the day after King Charles's cancer diagnosis was announced and here's all we know about their reunion
By Emma Shacklock Published
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What is the royal line of succession during King Charles's reign? From Prince William to Princess Anne’s grandchildren
The royal line of succession has changed several times in recent years and whilst some were unaffected, others were pushed further down
By Emma Shacklock Last updated