
Emma Shacklock
Emma is a Royal Editor with eight years experience working in publishing, across Digital and Print media and she specialises in the British Royal Family. Whether you want to know what protocols are in place at royal occasions, what titles each royal holds or what beautiful outfits they’ve just stepped out wearing, she’s got you covered. Royal traditions and history are particular areas of interest for her and she covered King Charles III’s coronation live in 2023, as well as the funeral of the late Queen Elizabeth II.
Alongside putting her royal knowledge to good use with insightful evergreen and news pieces as she covers the Royal Family’s latest appearances, Emma is a huge fan of crime dramas. Whether it’s classics like Midsomer Murders and Silent Witness 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 (anything with cheese is a plus), 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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Why do Kate and Camilla wear more than one poppy? The poignant reasons behind their Remembrance Day symbols
They both wear multiple poppies to the National Service of Remembrance and this isn't unusual for the Royal Family
By Emma Shacklock Published
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King Charles 'revisited' key issue with William after diagnosis to 'drive his point home'
In The Windsor Legacy, royal author Robert Jobson claims that the Prince of Wales's hobby used to worry his grandmother too
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Duchess Sophie's comforting gesture to Kate Middleton on Remembrance Sunday spoke volumes
The Duchess and Princess have a close bond and this was clear for all to see at the National Service of Remembrance last year
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Lady Louise Windsor could become 'dark horse' asset in Prince William's 'royal team'
The 21-year-old royal might not step into the spotlight for a while, but she 'charms all who meet her'
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Camilla's 'shampoo commercial' reaction to Kate Middleton's treatment video gives a unique look at their bond
The Princess of Wales announced she had completed treatment last September with a video shot largely out in nature
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Elizabeth's confession to 'trusted confidant' over Andrew scandal - she 'stood by him, loyal to the end'
According to royal author Robert Jobson's new book when Queen Elizabeth died, Andrew lost his 'strongest ally'
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Mary Berry's take on double denim is an elegant and comfy alternative to a tailored suit for autumn
She knows a stylish pairing when she sees one and Mary's indigo jacket and jeans can easily be made autumn-ready
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Thought Andrew had nothing left to lose? He's now being stripped of the honour Queen Elizabeth 'approved' for his 55th birthday
The former Duke of York had retained an honorary military rank all this time and it's now being removed alongside his other titles
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Overseas dates, hot vacations and official visits - the royals are jetsetters! Quiz yourself on their most iconic trips
The royals never stay in one place for long...
By Caitlin Elliott Published
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Queen Maxima just recreated my favourite autumnal Duchess Sophie outfit - and I love it just as much styled with a white shirt
Both royals now own a leather midi dress and they've shown how to make styling them remarkably simple
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Prince Harry and Meghan 'divided' over Beatrice and Eugenie amid Andrew scandal - the Duchess will 'keep her distance'
Royal expert Duncan Larcombe believes Meghan won’t want 'to be seen to be too sympathetic towards the sisters
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Emilia Fox’s light-wash jeans are the underrated alternative to dark denim we should all be wearing more often
Lighter denim isn't only a summer staple - it works surprisingly well with brighter colours in the colder months too
By Emma Shacklock Published
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This one line in King Charles's title-stripping Andrew statement immediately caught my attention
I can see Queen Camilla's influence all over it - and it's both remarkable and necessary
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Jennifer Saunders' straight-leg trousers are a flattering alternative to skinny jeans - and her quilted jacket brought an on-trend edge
It's easy to forget about this silhouette but it works as a perfect mid-point between smart, fitted styles and comfy wide-leg pieces
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Kate Middleton's blackcurrant sorbet knit was a mood-boosting jumper and this 2025 Boden alternative is on my winter wish-list
The Princess walked proud in pink in 2021 and this gorgeous tone is a lovely alternative to burgundy and brown for the season
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Mary's flattering belt trick is a simple way to transform your winter knitwear
You can style a belt with more than just jeans or trousers - hers is the perfect accessory for jumpers, cardigans and jackets
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Riot Women's Joanna Scanlan had to 'go back to the drawing board' and embrace 'method acting' to deliver creator's music-making vision
The six-part series had another layer of authenticity that you might never have imagined and the cast rose to a serious challenge
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Celia Imrie 'laid out her terms' for the father of her son from the start - 'I wouldn't want to live with him, or marry him'
The Traitors star has described Benjamin Whitrow as a 'wonderful father' who was 'very, very honest' with their son Angus
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Duchess Sophie takes tonal dressing to a trendy new level with palazzo trousers and sumptuous cocoa shades
The royals love wearing one colour head-to-toe and the Duchess's all-brown outfit is a versatile option that still makes an impact
By Emma Shacklock Published
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A Prince no more, but will Andrew lose this remaining honour in yet another unprecedented move?
King Charles has initiated the process to remove his brother's Prince title and after taking this step, who knows what else is possible
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Carole Middleton’s surprising 'autumn highlight' sounds like a lot of fun for George, Charlotte and Louis
She still remembers the 'fun and frights' she enjoyed as a child and the Wales kids have embraced these too
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Queen Camilla's biscotti knee highs are a stunning alternative to black boots and they pair perfectly with camel coats
Light brown or tan boots like these are something a little different and they work better with the paler shades in your wardrobe
By Emma Shacklock Published
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Run, don't walk - Kate Middleton's cosy Fair Isle jumper is officially back in stock for winter
Fair Isle and Argyle knits are huge for autumn/winter 2025 and the Princess's Holland Cooper jumper is such a gorgeous option
By Emma Shacklock Published
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ITV has severed ties with Sarah Ferguson, is she about to lose her book deal too?
Flora & Fern Kindness Along The Way, Sarah’s new children’s book, has already been delayed. Now due out at the end of November, publishers could pull the embattled former duchess’ latest offering
By Emma Shacklock Published
