Attending Authors

Melissa lives in Aurora Colorado. Native to Colorado she enjoys it with her Husband, 6 kids, 2 dogs and last but not least 5 cats.And before you say anything yes she will be an old cat lady. Melissa attends Metro State University Of Denver where she will be majoring in History and minoring in Gender and Women Studies! Melissa loves to make crafts and read when she has time.Melissa's grandmother died in October 2024 about 2 weeks after her birthday. After that happened she took to reading. Deciding that writing her own book and going after her dreams would be the best. Life is too short and tomorrow is never guaranteed! Melissa is a Dark Romance Author. Why choose, mafia, omegaverse and shifter romances are her specialty! Throwing in masked men and motorcycles because why not!

Award-winning author Thea Landen lives in New York with her husband and children. Though she’s dabbled in all romantic subgenres, she has a special love for sci-fi, fantasy, and adventure…anything that pushes the imagination beyond its usual limits. When she’s not writing, she’s either knitting or crocheting, playing video games, or pretending to enjoy cardio and squats.

Angel M. Shaw (she/they) is the author of angsty, dark romances featuring thrilling plots and complex, diverse characters. The author of the dark billionaire romantic suspense trilogy, Shadowplay, and the African Mythology-inspired dark contemporary romance series The Griot Chronicles, she’s also a New Orleans native, crawfish enthusiast, iced coffee lover, and President of the Association of Chronic Overthinkers.

Victoria Jayne is the epitome of a Jersey Girl. She doesn’t [know how to] pump her own gas, enjoys pork roll, and grew up on the Jersey Shore. She’s lived throughout the state of New Jersey and remains there with her journalist husband and two darling daughters. When not writing, Victoria enjoys baking with her daughters, rooting for the New Jersey Devils, thinking of home improvement projects, and staying up far too late doom scrolling.

Under twin moons and looming war, Debra Nicole Vaughn crafts dark, emotionally intense romances where power shifts, bonds snap into place, and love refuses to die quietly. Her books—Salt & Silence, Shadowbitten, and Chosen—explore obsession, sacrifice, sisterhood, and the dangerous cost of becoming a queen. Creator of the sprawling CamMeridian universe, Debra writes heroines who bleed, fight, and rise stronger than before.

JD Marcella has been writing since she was a teenager, scribbling half-formed worlds into notebooks instead of doing anything remotely practical. After the loss of her father, she realized it was time to stop hiding her stories in drawers and start bringing them to life—both for him, and for herself. She lives with her infinitely patient husband and stepson, a miniature version of herself in her daughter, and a brain that runs on a unique blend of caffeine, hyperfocus, and ADHD-fueled chaos. When she’s not writing emotionally complex characters or orchestrating tangled plotlines, she’s likely annoying a very small but devoted circle of friends who’ve endured countless rants about lore mechanics, emotional beats, and the color of a character’s shirt in chapter seventeen—with alarming grace. The Queen of Light and Shadows is her debut epic fantasy series.

Iolanda S. is from Trenton, NJ, and has always dreamed of being a writer. She has written short stories and poetry featured on her old DeviantArt page (remember that?) and has also written scripts and acted in short films. Writing has been a passion of hers for a long time, and she is so glad to finally pull the trigger and self-publish. When she isn't writing, she keeps plenty busy. She enjoys spending time down the shore surfing, swimming, and bike riding. She also loves reading, hanging with friends, going to concerts, and spending quality time with her husband and black cat Batty.

A.N. Davis has always wanted to write but outside of poems and terrible song lyrics she never took it further out of fear she wasn’t good enough. It wasn’t till later when another author told her to just do it regardless if people liked it or not because this wasn’t for them, that she finally gave in and finished a book she had been working on for a while. What started out as a contemporary romance quickly turned into something darker and is now the start of a beautiful new world. She is excited to continue her author journey while putting out more spicy reads for everyone.

Layla Kara writes stories where love burns, bleeds, and resurrects. An Azerbaijani-born novelist who came of age during the collapse of the USSR, she learned early that survival isn’t noble. It’s messy, feral, and achingly human. By 23, she’d already climbed the ranks of the oil and gas industry before trading blueprints for manuscripts and beginning a second act that refused to play by anyone’s rules. Her debut gothic fantasy series, The Fallen Grace Chronicles, is a dark hymn to obsession, faith, and the cost of wanting something holy in a broken world. Layla’s prose cuts close to the bone. Intimate, unsettling, and alive with moral contradiction. She writes from inside the wound, exploring where consent blurs, devotion corrodes, and transformation demands destruction. Now based in the U.S., Layla balances motherhood and artistry with the same precision that once guided multimillion-dollar projects. She believes beauty and ruin belong in the same breath and that discomfort is proof of truth. When she isn’t writing angels who bleed or lovers who can’t be saved, she’s drinking black coffee, plotting emotional devastation, and teaching her sons that dreaming isn’t something you earn, it’s something you claim.

N.B. McCall, also known as Natalie, is a Southern transplant currently residing in Seattle, WA. What started as producing short stories for extra credit in HS, later turned into a true passion for tell stories. Now, in July 2026, she is able to list the title of published author to her resume. When she’s not working on her writing, she enjoys exploring the PNW, traveling with friends, attending concerts, photography and paddle boarding.

I wish I could say I grew up knowing I wanted to be a writer, but that would be a lie. What started as a few glasses of wine and a crazy idea on the porch quickly turned into a passion—one filled with far too many story ideas scribbled in random notebooks, phone notes, and the occasional napkin, plus countless late nights bringing those worlds to life. Never in a million years did I think I'd become a bestselling author. Truthfully, I'm still trying to wrap my head around it. By day, I'm still working my regular job. By night (and every spare moment in between), I'm dreaming up new worlds, writing epic plot twists, and giving my readers characters they'll never forget. A few more glasses of wine may help along the way, too.

I am a 36 year old mom of 3 girls. I am the author of my debut novel Saltwater Remedy by C.Coop. It is a contemporary romance that focuses on mental health and being able to connect with people after Trauma. I plan on writing more in the future and would like to branch out across different genres.

Layla Nox is an author of urban fantasy and dark romance from Ohio. She loves to explore worlds filled with magic and morally gray characters, drawing inspiration from her love for all things dark and spooky. When she's not writing, she can be found reading, playing video games, or working on a new craft project.

Caitlin, but you may know her by her pen name, C.A. Burkhart is from a small town in Northern Delaware, but moved to Southern Maryland over ten years ago with the love of her life, where she fell back in love with writing after her journey into motherhood. Five years ago, she began writing her debut novel and has since published other works, including her NEW Stalker Dark Romance, Ink & Obsession. Caitlin truly has a passion for writing stories about women reclaiming their power, and she will never stop. Her time as a hair stylist taught her a lot about life and people, and that lens definitely reflects in her writing. Her journey from hair stylist to stay-at-home mom to author has been a long one, but she wouldn’t change a thing.

Hello! I am indie author J.P. Smith who just published my first book, Widow’s Fire, a deeply personal work born from lived experience. I began writing as a way to process grief, love, and resilience after becoming a young widow, and through that journey discovered the power of storytelling as both healing and connection. I also have a Romantasy in the works as well as book two of my debut novel. Widow’s Fire is my first step into sharing my voice with the world, and I write for anyone who has loved deeply, lost profoundly, and navigated through those uncharted feelings and desires that arise. This is a contemporary, open-door romance (🌶️🌶️🌶️) where twenty-three year old Rory discovers that desire for intimacy after loss can be unapologetically part of healing. She starts to realize this after going back to her childhood home and has to navigate these emotions with her best friend’s older brother, Wesley, and his best friend, Hayes.

Fox Kelly is an author of dark, contemporary, and paranormal romance—where love is intense, dangerous, and unforgettable.

C.S Taber is a Colorado-based horror/romance author who loves all things dark and spooky. As an ex-haunt actor and horror fan, she has a foot firmly planted in the scary sides of fiction. She finds inspiration in the natural world for her monsters and terrors, finding nature to be both beautiful and horrifying.

Rose, also known as Alli, is a dark romance why-choose author. She is a mother of two children (girl & boy) and two American Pitbull Terrier mixes. She is married to her best friend and largest supporter. With an affinity for reading, she drafted stories in her high school days for fun. Now, when she isn’t reading, writing books, doing college coursework, or taking care of her family, she is employed in the mental health field as a therapeutic riding instructor and equine specialist for a non-profit corporation, following her love, passion, and obsession with horses.

Camelia Bennett grew up in a small rural town where nothing exciting ever happened. So she found her adventures in books. However, over the years, with school, work, and the start of her own family, Camelia lost touch with the little girl whose dreams were found amongst the pages of fantastical stories. Years later, when events locked us in our homes, Camelia's daughter introduced her to anime, and a whole new world was opened up to her. Eventually, she took the brave step into writing fanfiction. But that wasn't enough. She wanted to create her own stories, characters, and adventures. In 2021, Camelia wrote her first series, A Soul's Caress, which she published in 2023. Her latest release, Soul Moon: First Encounter, is the first book in her second series, a wolf shifter mystery rooted in Norse Mythology. Having only started writing in her 50's, Camelia lives by the saying, "It's never too late to be what you might have been."

Award winning author Kristie Wolf weaves tales about fearless heroes and badass heroines who fight for justice and love while burning up the pages. Kristie's passion for writing romance ignited during her teenage years when she told her mom she was going to write a novel someday. She did, and now she can't stop. As the daughter of a Vietnam Veteran, wife of a Marine, and Navy mom, she enjoys writing happily ever afters for not just military heroes, but for all the brave, loyal, and selfless men and women who serve and protect our country in every capacity.

Rauri has been writing for as long as she can remember. Whether it be on numerous road trips during her childhood, passively at home, or throughout her education, a pen and notebook has never left her side. She finds herself forever grateful for whatever chance, fate, or consequence has led her to where she is today, able to share Alaceandra’s story with each and every one of you. Welcome to Ptheryeth! She hopes you enjoy your time with the powerful pawns.

Vara is a romance author who writes Dark, Black/Grey romance novels. When she is not writing she enjoys tending to her plants, gaming, and spending time with her family. She is an avid reader, spouse, and mother of four!

Kayla Robinson is an independently published fantasy author who is originally from Central PA. Her debut trilogy is a dark vampire fantasy that’s now a part of a larger 6 book universe, including a romantasy duology, and another much darker standalone vampire fantasy that will release just in time for D.A.R.K. Book Con. If vampires, swords, sorcery, and smut are your thing, her books will be just what you’re looking for.

Rae Werth was born and raised in a small town in the backwoods of Connecticut where she spent too much time creating fictional characters in her head. She writes primarily to escape from the day to day world, as well as to fight off her own demons by putting her characters through the worst scenarios possible. Dearly Beloved being her debut novel, Rae plans to continue her journey as a writer to bring more stories to life for readers to enjoy.

Isaiah King writes dark fantasy, horror, and monster smut for readers who love terrifying deities, forbidden desire, and stories that refuse to pull their punches. His debut novel, The Saint, begins The Hollow Divinity series, where devotion becomes obsession, power comes at a cost, and monsters are every bit as seductive as they are deadly.

K.C. Blackwell writes dark romance with a pulse — stories built on tension, tenderness, and the kind of love that leaves bruises in all the right places. Born and raised in Ontario, Canada, she’s a mom, a grandma, and a lifelong storm chaser who’s never been afraid to stand too close to the storm center. When she’s not writing, she’s probably out chasing skies, wrangling animals, or diving headfirst into a book filled with morally grey men and women who refuse to stay in their lane. At 45, K.C. has learned that life, much like fiction, is equal parts chaos and beauty — and she’s happiest when she’s writing the space where those two things collide. Her debut novel, Escape, is a dark, emotional plunge into devotion, damage, and the thin line between ruin and redemption. She believes every sinner deserves a story. And she’s here to tell them.

Sarah has been writing fiction since she was ten years old, when she received her Type 1 diabetes diagnosis and was eager to find a way to escape reality. She never seems to have fewer than three writing projects going at a time and wouldn't have it any other way. In her free time she enjoys traveling, baking, and counting down until Halloween. She lives in upstate South Carolina.

Security by day, author by night. Just a small town mom taking the struggle by the horns and making it into supper for the family. She strives to create community and be genuine by living with integrity. Amara has always loved reading, though it wasn't always easy for her. Early on, she was just pushed through the system until dear Mrs. Valentine saw that little Amara didn't actually know how to read. This elementary teacher took the initiative one summer and opened the world up to a little girl. From that point on, Amara could read everything she wanted. As a child, her favorite was Sherlock Holmes. One of her first fantasies was Harry Potter, and from there, everything changed. She began devouring whatever she could and started to create her own little worlds to play in. Amara has been writing since middle school in the 90s and never thought she could be a published author. She would like everyone out there to know, YES YOU CAN. It doesn't have to be today, tomorrow, or ten years from now. Underworld Vows took her nearly 8 years to complete, with at least six revisions and one complete rewrite, and it's finally here. "Please, just never stop writing. If your words only touch one person, they matter. Every story matters, and it deserves to be heard." - Amara Bliss When Amara isn't writing she is loving on her son and watching movies with family. If they're busy, she'll run a good game of DND for her friends, where they create an epic tale together in a chance to be heroes for the night. Amara loves meeting new authors and readers, so if you want to stop by her TikTok lives, say hello!

Hailing from eastern Pennsylvania, R.A. Alyse is a lover of books that feature spicy romance. Although she has a soft spot for why-choose and omegaverse, she has dabbled in a few other sub-genres within her writing. She tries to fill those books with love, spice, magic, and maybe even a knot or two. Some titles of hers include: Riley’s Storm, Game On, Omega, Hell’s Karma, the Ashes trilogy, and more!

Dana Macellaro is an Urban Fantasy/Romantasy author from the Philly suburbs who also has been dabbling in Romance. She dubuted in 2020, with her first book in her ongoing series, The Golden Loch series. As of August 2026, her first Urban Romantasy book, Blood Pact, was released. As of now, she has six books, with one more coming out at the end of 2026. 2027 will be the year her first spicy romance novel releases. When not writing, she enjoys video games, crafts, biking, and of course, reading! She love science fiction, fantasy(especially werewolves!), and a good mystery!

Shannon Delany was first published in 8th grade, then did the expected thing and completed high school, college, and went into education. She wrote, illustrated, and published some indie comics, began freelancing when her son was a toddler, was published in national magazines, then won an international contest that had two Big Six companies and a movie producer vying to contract with her. She went with St. Martin’s Press (of Macmillan) and the 13 TO LIFE series expanded from a novella-length serial to a trilogy, to five books with translations, and more movie interest. A new contract for the WEATHER WITCH trilogy soon followed from St. Martin’s Press. In 2020, Shannon, then a Library Director, began ghostwriting and book coaching for a highly respected international agency. In 2023 Shannon’s agent won her rights back and she began reworking and relaunching the books she loves so much, writing new things, too. The audiobook of 13 TO LIFE releases this year. Lore Blackwood writes spicy paranormal romance featuring shifters, secret societies, and dangerous worlds full of intrigue and adventure. Her books include A WILD HEART, OMEGA HEAT, NOT BOYFRIEND MATERIAL, and OMEGA HEART. The audiobook of OMEGA HEAT releases this year.

Raven Storm is an author of fantasy and why choose romance, with some paranormal romance thrown in on the side. She has published over 30 titles so far that have been enjoyed in 31 countries, including her best selling Rise of the Drakens series which has sold over 400,000 copies worldwide. Her books can be found in German as well as on audiobook through Podium. A former musician and music educator with degrees in Music Education and Conducting, when Raven isn’t writing you’ll find her performing locally, or helping coach her daughter’s softball team. She lives in the northeast with her amazingly supportive husband and three children.

Sophie Jay was born in NYC (a fact she is very proud of) and raised in the suburbs. She currently lives on the Upper West Side with her golden doodle Maple. Sophie graduated with her BA in Political Science and French from the University of Pennsylvania and received her Master of Arts in International Affairs in May of 2023 from Columbia University. Writing a novel is not where she foresaw the implementation of this degree, but she’s finding that her knowledge in international politics, warfare, and persuasive writing has translated into an exciting new career field. Sophie was diagnosed with lupus in 2019 and as her disease has developed, she has been forced to reconsider various dreams, goals, and opportunities. She started to write as a form of creative expression, but writing this story has proved to be not only therapeutic, but also eye-opening, as she has found a new passion and career path she never knew possible. When she’s not writing, Sophie is playing with her dog, drinking too much coffee, and reading.

Flo Journey is a dark romance author who writes intense, emotionally charged stories filled with strong female leads and irresistibly morally gray characters. Her books explore power, passion, and sometimes even redemption in worlds where love can be as dangerous as it is important. Living in Oregon, she draws inspiration from the rugged coastlines to the high desert she calls home.

Dante St. John is the author of the wildly popular After the Breaking series: dark, spicy paranormal romance where post-apocalyptic chaos collides with morally gray men and badass women. Dante lives in Georgia with her family, her cat, and far too many voices in her head. Those voices do smutty things together and then get aggressive about wanting to be immortalized. That’s why Dante writes. She is an avid reader and gamer, specifically table top role playing. She’s a former kickboxing instructor and does blacksmithing/bladesmithing as a hobby. When she’s not writing, she’s probably designing new characters and new knives.