German author living in Canada, writing heartfelt romance about imperfect people, real relationships, and the unexpected moments that bring us together.
I'm Claudia Pilon, a German author living in Canada. I've been writing for many years and have explored different genres along the way, including thrillers, nonfiction and romantic comedy.
Today my focus is romance: low spice, high emotion, with humour woven into the story. I love writing imperfect, relatable characters and relationships that feel real rather than perfect — the kind where the messy parts matter as much as the tender ones.
I write and publish in both English and German, connecting my German roots with my life in Canada. My current project is the Under the Rotor series, inspired by my long-time fascination with helicopter rescue teams, but I plan to keep exploring new romance stories and characters in the future.
If you like your love stories emotional and character-driven, with humour, depth and relationships that feel lived-in rather than perfect, you'll feel at home here.
Feelings first. Stories that sit with you long after the last page.
Closed-door warmth. The tension lives in longing, not explicit scenes.
Because even the hardest days come with something worth laughing about.
Characters with scars, doubts and stubborn streaks — not polished ideals.
Rescue crews, mountains and small communities where every call matters.
Every book is written and published in both languages, by me.
Emotional, character-driven romance set around a helicopter rescue team — published in English as Under the Rotor and in German as Unter dem Rotor. More series and standalone novels will follow.
Available now
Under the Rotor · Unter dem Rotor
A rescue pilot who keeps everyone at arm's length. A paramedic who refuses to be kept there. Between emergency calls and quiet nights on standby, two people learn that the hardest rescue is the one you need yourself.
Available now
Under the Rotor · Unter dem Rotor
Working side by side is one thing. Admitting what you feel while the radio keeps crackling is another. A warm, funny, deeply emotional story about second chances and the crew that becomes a family.
In progress
Under the Rotor · Unter dem Rotor
The next story in the series is on the way, with more of the crew you already know and a new pair of hearts learning to land. Join the newsletter to hear about the cover reveal and release date first.
Booksellers and libraries are welcome to get in touch about stock and events.
I don't write perfect people. I write the ones who show up anyway — with bad timing, dry humour and a heart that refuses to give up.
A few words from readers of the Under the Rotor series.
“I laughed on one page and cried on the next. The characters felt like people I actually know — flawed, funny and worth rooting for.”
“Exactly the kind of romance I love: all the feelings, none of the explicit scenes, and a rescue crew I'd follow anywhere.”
“Ich habe beide Bände an einem Wochenende gelesen. Warm, ehrlich und mit genau der richtigen Portion Humor.”
From author events and book launches to interviews and media appearances, this is where you can find the latest highlights from Claudia's writing journey.
Fall 2026Book launch
The next Under the Rotor story is almost ready for takeoff. Join the newsletter to see the cover first, get the release date and hear about the online launch event.
Get updatesSummer 2026
Author event
An evening of readings from the Under the Rotor series, a behind-the-scenes look at helicopter rescue research, and time for questions with readers.
Spring 2026
Interview
A relaxed conversation about writing in two languages, keeping romance low spice but high emotion, and why imperfect characters make the best company.
2025
Milestone
Until the Signal Fades and Between Signal and Heartbeat found their way to readers in both languages — the start of the Under the Rotor journey.
Hosting an event, podcast or interview? Get in touch — Claudia loves meeting readers and fellow book lovers.
Whether you've just finished a book, you're a reviewer or blogger, or you run a bookshop, library or event — write to me in English or German. I answer personally.
