Vivien Thomson has lived the fires she writes about.

A rural firefighter, farmer, and leadership coach with nearly four decades of experience, Vivien has stood alongside communities before, during, and long after catastrophic fire events. She understands loss, recovery, and resilience not as concepts, but as lived reality—shaped by the land, service, and the long road that follows disaster.

Still working the land, Vivien brings a rare depth of insight drawn from frontline firefighting, rural life, and years supporting people navigating grief, disruption, and rebuilding. Her writing speaks to those who have been changed by fire—firefighters, families, and communities seeking meaning, strength, and a way forward.