Armanis Ar-feinial
"The stories of Armanis Ar-feinial traverse the fantasy and grimdark genres. Currently there are two series, The Falling and The Holy Grail War. His own story traverses New England, well . . . mainly Maine and Massachusetts."
he/him
New Adult
Adult
Short Fiction
Long Fiction
Doorstoppers
Contemporary
Dystopian
Fantasy
Horror
Literary Fiction
Magical Realism
Writes in English
Maya Darjani
"I’m a writer, photographer, stay-at-home mother, and former lots of things: counterterrorism officer, legislative correspondent, freelance journalist, and executive assistant. Mostly, I wrangle four hooligans."
she/her
Adult
Long Fiction
Contemporary
Science Fiction
Writes in English
Katta Kis
"Katta Kis’ first job was playing a vampire baby in a student film, sealing her fate as a goth child for life. After a variety pack of jobs and apartments, she is currently settled in Northern California. She cohabitates with her two adorable demon babies masquerading as cats and her high school romance which never ended. When not writing, she can usually be found reading or at a concert."
she/her
Adult
Long Fiction
Contemporary
LGBTQ+
Romance
Writes in English
Shaina Krevat
"In 2016, I began writing the Tales of Mundane Magic series. It follows Gertie and Bridget Mallon through a world that has smart phones and laptops and cars, but with magic woven in. With their ghost dog Ziggy, their Pied-Piper-esque friend Ernest, and their necromancer-in-training bestie Vivien, the sisters give us a peek at everyday life in a magical world. In 2018 I self published Volume One, and now all four volumes are available anywhere books are sold!"
she/her
Middle Grade
Young Adult
Short Fiction
Long Fiction
Contemporary
Fantasy
LGBTQ+
Writes in English
David J. Stuart
"David is a former English teacher-turned-SFF author. He primarily writes stories centered around queer characters confronting mental health struggles and social inequality. His characters also tend to kiss and bang multiple people, which some would argue is more important, but that’s not for him to judge. David is also a full-time player of games and music, and he is the father of one son and five furry nightmares, although they prefer the term "cats.""
he/him
Adult
Long Fiction
Doorstoppers
Contemporary
Fantasy
LGBTQ+
Science Fiction
Writes in English
Frankie Sutton
"Hey there, lovely souls! Meet Frankie Sutton, a vibrant spirit hailing from the heart of Motown, Detroit. From the moment Frankie took her first breath, creativity coursed through her veins, nurtured by the dynamic energy of her community...With every word penned and every character brought to life, Frankie’s passion for storytelling blossomed into an unstoppable force, driving her to explore new horizons and push the boundaries of her imagination. Today, Frankie Sutton stands tall as an author, weaving tales that transport readers to worlds beyond their wildest dreams. Through her words, she invites you to embark on a journey of discovery, where magic and wonder await at every turn. So, grab a cup of your favorite brew, settle into your comfiest chair, and prepare to be whisked away by the enchanting tales of Frankie Sutton. Adventure awaits! "
she/her
New Adult
Adult
Long Fiction
Contemporary
Fantasy
Magical Realism
Romance
Writes in English
Kai Zeal
"Kai Zeal got her start writing fanfiction as a child, creating an awareness of tropes, characterization, and the importance of retellings. From there, she refined her analytical skills both in academia and through fandom with critical analysis of media to gain a better understanding of how the parts of a work come together to form its whole. She has degrees in psychology, writing, higher education administration, and is pursuing a PhD with a research focus on critical disability studies through a queer lens. In her free time, she’s a lifelong gamer, particularly of JRPGs, many of which have shaped her storytelling strategies and love of media."
she/her
New Adult
Adult
Long Fiction
Contemporary
Fantasy
LGBTQ+
Writes in English