The Authors
Penelope Wright
Penelope Wright is the author of The Queen Trials series, The Collapse series, Born of Ash and Fury, The Scavenger Princess, and other books. She also narrates all her own audiobooks, a process she loves. She spent a quarter of her life on the east coast and the rest in Washington state. She worked her way through college in restaurants, hospitals, factories, and everything in between, finally graduating summa cum laude from the University of Washington after an absurdly long time. She’s currently getting her master’s in library science at San Jose State University. She loves both traditions and new experiences, and will try anything once, except skydiving, which is a hard no. She believes that there are many mystical forces at work in this world, she just isn’t sure which ones. She lives north of Seattle with her husband, two delightfully weird children, and two irresponsible cats.
Jenny Grimes
Jenny Grimes is a dark romantasy author who focuses on the blurred lines between worlds, the darkness you'll find in all of them, and the love that resides there too. She cannot wait to enjoy a raucous night of enchanting storytelling and watching fantasies come to life!
Rachel Litfin
Rachel Litfin’s fairytales are as whimsical and enchanting on the page as she is in person. The spellbinding world she has created with her flagship YA Fantasy series, The Chronicles of Royal High, has captivated hearts all over the Renaissance Faires of the West Coast, and countless kingdoms beyond. She is most excited to return to her homeland, the realms of the Wyld Hunt Ball, for an unforgettable night of thrilling magic and otherworldly wonder.
Leslie Anne Lee
Leslie Anne Lee is a passionate and innovative author known for her captivating storytelling and intricate world-building. With a deep love for fantasy and adventure, Leslie has written several books that explore the realms of mythology, personal growth, and the intertwining of destiny and free will. Her works often feature complex characters and richly developed settings that transport readers to new worlds, filled with intrigue and emotional depth.
Leslie's creativity shines through in her work, and her writing continues to inspire fans and fellow writers alike. When not writing, she enjoys exploring various forms of art - from filmmaking to dance - and immersing herself in nature.
CJ Corbin
Best-selling author C. J. Corbin crafts sizzling paranormal and contemporary romances that will leave you breathless and craving more! With a knack for weaving unforgettable love stories, her books promise heart-racing passion and thrilling twists.
C. J. writes in sunny Southern California with her loyal cocker spaniel, Isabella, by her side. A passionate wildlife conservationist, she donates a portion of her book sales to support animal conservancy projects and ensures her love for nature is reflected in her work.
When she’s not writing, C. J. always stays sassy and unwinds by blasting classic rock through her headphones while indulging in her shameless online shopping obsession. And
above all, she firmly believes in the magic of happily ever after.
Rowyn Adelaide @authorrowynadelaide
Rowyn Adelaide is an insatiable romance reader, advanced practice MSW social worker, and the author of her Fate of the Embered series, which so far includes Of Withering Dreams and Of Blooming Embers. When she’s not writing or reading piles of romance novels, she can be found traveling the world, rocking out at concerts, waiting impatiently for spooky season, or singing karaoke very poorly. She resides in the Midwest with her best friends: her husband and dog Audrey Shepburn (aka the goodest girl that ever did live). Oh yes, and her evil but lovable cat Stormy.
For more information, visit https://linktr.ee/rowynadelaide .
Analeigh Sbrana is a writer and visual artist. Her favorite things to do include: wandering through forests looking for the fae, trying new cafes, and scouring used book stores for hidden gems. She lives in California with her family.
Born from Ink & Stardust, Kiri Callaghan is an author of fantastical fiction, a performer and a poet. Existing work consists of The Terra Mirum Chronicles (Alys, Changeling), The Seek Anomalie Podcast, a collection of original poems performed live at the Los Angeles Poetry Brothel, and her adult fantasy debut, The Hearth Witch's Guide to Magic and Murder, releasing October 7th, 2025. When Kiri is not telling stories or pretending to be other people, she is likely exploring the world, dancing under the moon, or crafting something with superglue, paint and sheer audacity.
Jo Fischer
Jo Fischer, a rising star in the literary world, hails from the heartland of Springfield, Missouri.
When not bringing characters to life through cosplay, Jo weaves enchanting narratives that celebrate love and identity in her writing. Her debut novel, Chasing Starlight, reimagines classic fairytales through a vibrant LGBT lens, inviting readers on a magical journey of defying fate, forging unbreakable bonds, and slaying both literal and metaphorical dragons. This sapphic retelling showcases Jo’s talent for exploring the transformative power of love through diverse relationships.
With a fresh voice and a penchant for breathing new life into timeless stories, Jo Fischer is an author to watch in the realm of inclusive, spellbinding fiction.rn California with her loyal cocker spaniel, Isabella, by her side. A passionate wildlife conservationist, she donates a portion of her book sales to support animal conservancy projects and ensures her love for nature is reflected in her work.
When she’s not writing, C. J. always stays sassy and unwinds by blasting classic rock through her headphones while indulging in her shameless online shopping obsession. And above all, she firmly believes in the magic of happily ever after.
Victoria Parra
Victoria Parra is a Midwest-born writer, artist, and scholar. When she isn’t creating fantasy worlds and telling magical stories, she is working on a PhD in sociology.
Author of the debut novel The Painted Woman, Victoria works hard to incorporate sociological concepts into fictional writing, blending her scholarly endeavors with her writing and art.
Eva Leigh
EVA LEIGH is a USA Today bestselling romance author of the swashbuckling pirate romantasy, THE SEA WITCH, as well as numerous historical romance novels. A graduate of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop, her books have been featured by the New York Times, NPR, Oprah Daily, the Washington Post, Entertainment Weekly, Library Journal, Kirkus, Booklist, Self, Paste Magazine, and many more. Her work has also been translated into several languages.
She lives on the Central California coast with her husband and cats. Visit her on the web at evaleighauthor.com
Lauren Samara
Lauren Sanatra is a hopeless romantic at heart, which naturally led her to writing in her favorite genre, romance! Her work spans a variety of subgenres including historical, paranormal, young adult, fantasy, gothic, and even monster romance. She is the author of The Tales of Talero series, with the second installment set to release in November. That same month also marks a major milestone with the debut of her first traditionally published novel, Of Embers & Ivy. When she's not writing, Lauren can be found traveling the world solo, immersing herself in new cultures and gathering inspiration for her next story.