D. Vessa
D. Vessa is a romantic suspense author who loves a morally gray alpha, the color black and a good Aperol Spritz. She lives on the east coast with her family. When she is not writing she spends her time running from her problems, and wondering what color to dye her hair next.
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After joining the Bookstagram community during her maternity leave in 2024; she finally got the courage to write her debut — Fires Creek — a taboo, scorchingly spicy cowboy novella.
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Alise Monroe
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S.C. Arlette
S. C. Arlette writes dark, twisted romances that’ll mess with your head and tug at your heart. If it’s got danger, obsession, and a whole lot of heat, she’s all in. When she’s not writing, you can find her curled up on the couch watching True Crime or obsessing over adorable pandas.
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Jenn Plummer
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A romantic at heart, Jenn has always been a lover of books, and is constantly dreaming up heart-wrenching stories that will have you reaching for tissues and make you blush.
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K.M. Rogness
KM Rogness is an indie author known for writing dark, twisted, and smutty why choose romance novels. She doesn't shy away from addressing real issues and draws from personal experiences, with a focus on intense and emotional storytelling. Residing in North Carolina with her husband and three sons, she is expecting a daughter. Rogness is inspired by nighttime and rainy, stormy days. Her books are packed with intense themes and captivating male main characters, promising an enthralling reading experience.
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K.T. Maddan
Katie has always possessed a talent for crafting captivating stories. She loves crafting characters with profound depth and is passionate about narrating their stories. When she's not busy creating your next literary delight, she enjoys indulging in PC gaming sessions with her partner or showering affection on her beloved fur babies.
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Darma Day
Darma Day is an American indie author who loves reading steamy romance novels as much as she does writing them.
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Writing relatable characters in multiple genres (including paranormal, mafia, and more to come) she continues to write the stories that live rent-free in her head.
When she isn’t reading or writing, she is busy with her full-time job in industrial sales, being a wife, dog mom, and coffee connoisseur.
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Rhea Ryan
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Rhea Ryan is a spicy writer of romance on the edge of dark and twisty. Each of her stories delves deep into matters of the heart and explores the darker side of human nature. After getting her MBA, she realized she had a desire and compulsion to write creatively. She lives in Western Canada with her husband, two young children and a fur baby. -
Oona Ryda
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Madi Danielle
Madi is 20 something trying to figure out what “adulting” is. Madi has been writing stories since she was a teenager she continues to express all her emotions in her writing. She’s also an avid reader. Madi lives in the PNW where she attended college after moving from the unforgiving heat of Arizona. Madi spends her free time with her husband, daughter and family of pets (3 dogs and 2 cats).
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Kate Oliver
Kate Oliver has aspired to be an author all her life. From the time she was known as "that girl who always has her nose stuck in a book", Kate Oliver has wanted to be a writer. Currently, fetish romance is her favorite for both reading and writing. Kate has been a part of the fetish community for many years, and strives to write stories that realistically reflect that lifestyle. Her favorite part of writing her own books is dreaming up the hot and steamy, yet loving and strict, Daddies that Littles dream about.
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Tatum Dire
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What she’s most proud of is her ability to create characters and worlds that feel real and flawed, where readers can see pieces of themselves in the struggles, heartbreaks, and hopes, all while still creating a fictional world that takes you away from this one.
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Sarah J.D.
Sarah JD, also known as Sarah Jane Duncan, is a dark romance author living in Australia with Mr Duncan who stole her off the market back in high school.
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Sarah can be found in her writing room plotting out her next smut filled romance filled with angst, violence, and themes so dark you should probably question why you love it so much.
Sarah writes about strong females who have to fight against the odds to find their power, their voice, and their truth. Her heroines possess the strength that only comes from being a survivor, and through their trauma, battles and struggles, they learn to trust again, and find love.
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Cala Riley
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Elizabeth Bright writes smart, passionate romance with heart, humor, and heat. "Sparkling prose...unrelentingly sharp...unabashedly nerdy." (Bookpage) When she's not writing stubborn heroines and the men who adore them, Elizabeth can be found hiking and rock climbing. She lives in Washington, D.C. with her two daughters, who are every bit as headstrong and wonderful as the characters she writes. -
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Four-time RITA finalist, Scarlett Cole, is a contemporary romantic suspense / contemporary romance author (represented by Louise Fury at The Bent Agency) who calls both Toronto, Canada and Manchester, England home. A born city dweller, she periodically quashes the urge to live in the country by hiking up a mountain to remind herself that living away from people would terrify the pants off her.
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She believes everybody deserves their love story to be told and loves her heroes on the rough and rugged side…and usually tall (because she married one of those 6ft 6” men you read about in romance!). She’s an A-type personality and Scorpio star sign, so good luck getting her to do anything she doesn’t want to.
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N.J. Weeks
A born and raised New Yorker, N.J. is a Latina romance author who loves to utilize her bachelor's degree in creative writing to write gritty romances that contain strong leading men, and even stronger leading women. Banter, thrills, and twists are key elements in her stories to keep her readers on their toes while making them swoon.
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Rachel Cade
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Melissa Cummins
Melissa had a difficult time speaking as a child, and thus writing became her best friend. There she learned the power of emotion, how to communicate heartbreak, sadness, tragedy, and still hope for something better: the happy ever after.
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She loves to write imperfect, possessive heroes, that will risk their lives for those they love, strong heroines that can hold their own, and steamy scenes that grab you by the throat and bring you to your knees.
Melissa lives in a small town off the coast of Egypt, and is a huge mythology buff, with a love of all things magical, supernatural, paranormal, and steeped in lore and fantasy. When she is not writing Melissa can be found singing and dancing her heart out, or up, late at night, contemplating space -
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Mindy Paige
Mindy Paige was born and raised in the jungles of Florida. She decided to pursue her lifelong dream of being an author after a grueling bachelor’s degree in botany. From contemporary to dark romance, she loves writing spicy, fast-paced stories, and has a goal to write the most unhinged MMC’s you can’t help but love.
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E.L. Lewis
E.L. Lewis has always been a die-hard romantic. Born in Ukraine and raised in Canada, she grew up devouring love stories in every form she could find—and now she writes her own. A multi-genre romance author, she brings readers tales filled with sugar, spice, and heart, ranging from dangerous mafia romances to laugh-out-loud rom-coms. Between the pages of her books, readers will find first loves, last loves, and the epic journeys in between.
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Her heroines are complex, confident, and unforgettable—and her love interests? The kind who would walk straight into hell if it meant winning their girl’s heart.
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S.J. Ryder
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AMARIE COLLINS
Finding joy in her work, Amarie Collins spins tales of dark and contemporary romance, weaving together clever dialogue, intense passion, and the unique comfort of chosen family. She lives in sunny California with her own happily ever after, two children, and six Frenchies.
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D.M. Henderson
D.M. Henderson is an Australian Spicy Romance & Erotica Author.
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After joining the Bookstagram community during her maternity leave in 2024; she finally got the courage to write her debut — Fires Creek — a taboo, scorchingly spicy cowboy novella.
An avid reader since childhood, her first dive into the world of erotic romance were Rebecca Chance’s ‘Divas’ novels. Some of her favourite authors include; Erin Page, Elliott Rose, Lauren Biel, H.D. Carlton, Brynne Weaver, Navessa Allen and Leigh Rivers.
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Holly Dunwall
I'm Holly! I'm a Kiwi author living in the US! I write fantasy romance and anything to do with dragons and vampires.
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When I'm not writing stories with neurodivergent, LGBTQ+ and plus-size characters finding their happy ever afters or concocting some bizarre horrors, I'm probably napping. -
Rose Chase
Rose Chase, a dedicated nurse and loving mother to two boys, discovered her passion for storytelling in middle school on online forums and Wattpad. Despite her busy life, she delves into the captivating realm of contemporary romance, with a particular fascination for dark romance and morally gray characters. Through her skillful storytelling, Rose navigates the intricate dance between love, desire, and the shadows of human nature. When not saving lives or caring for her family, she immerses herself in the world of fiction, inviting readers to explore the depths of love and passion while confronting the complexities of the human heart.
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K.C. Silver
KC Silver is a born and raised Chicagoan, spending her days exploring the city, one train stop at a time. She currently works as a media planner at a large media agency where she daydreams of the day when a Slack notification no longer makes her heart jump in fear.
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Cassidy Hudspeth
Cassidy Hudspeth is an Indie Author who loves to read and write spicy romance books. She’s been writing for twelve years and reading for as long as she can remember. She resides in North Carolina with her son, husband, and fur-child. When Cassidy isn’t writing, she’s usually binge watching reality TV or spending time with her family.
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Kelly Waters
I am a creative soul, a dreamer, and a lover of fiction. I often say I am someone who can’t pick a lane because so many different creative fields intrigue me.
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I’ve wanted to be an author since the third grade. In fifth grade, I wrote my first novel in an oversized journal from the Hallmark store. In high school, I wrote a mess of a science fiction and dystopia. Throughout college, I participated in creative writing courses, and at Penn State, I joined the Creative Writing Club.
I sharpened my skills, found lifelong friends who pushed me to write, and finished my debut novel, “Lithium and Let’s Plays.” Outside of writing prose, I write music, poetry, make art, and work in tech. -
J.C. Valentine
USA Today bestselling romance author J.C. Valentine lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and their amazing children and fun-loving dogs. When she's not writing stories of love, laughter, and steamy scenes, you can find her editing for fellow authors or spending time with her family. J.C. has been penning stories since childhood, though thankfully her writing has improved since then. She loves bringing heart, humor, and happiness to readers through her vivid imagination and love of words.
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Diana Noire
Who am I?
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I am an ordinary person who loves escaping the reality and getting lost in a great book!
An avid reader, hiking freak, doggie mom, and a coffee addict.
I have a master degree in finance and economics, but my true passion is writing fantasy.
I am a romance writer, crafting stories that span from sweet tenderness to dark steaminess.
I am a creator of strong heroines who kick butts and refuse to bow to submission.
I am an explorer of diverse tropes, avoiding pitfalls of repetition and cliches.
I am a storyteller, drawn to the allure of morally grey characters, forbidden love, or enemies-to-lovers dynamics.
I am Diana Noire and my mission is simple:
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Adina D. Grey
Adina D. Grey is a USA Today and International Bestselling Author. She was born and raised in Italy so it's no surprise she has a huge addiction to coffee, dogs, and books.
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Her book addiction and passion for travelling led her into the creative world of words where she writes, blogs, and beta reads. Her writing covers various sub genres and tropes but she's a sucker for a HEA, this is a cliffhanger free zone.
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Evita Wren
Evita Wren is an indie romance author.
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She writes heartfelt, spicy, and occasionally funny contemporary (for now!) romance designed to hurt your feelings a little before you get to that sweet HEA.
She enjoys crafting relatable and realistic emotional conflict, character-driven intimacy, and the odd suspense-adjacent twist here and there.
Evita’s favorite things to write are witty banter, well-earned spice after a good slow burn, emotionally resonant character arcs, and realistic bodies (you won’t find washboard abs here unless it fits a character’s lifestyle, which is almost never, sorry!).
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Linny Lawless
Linny grew up, resided, and worked in Northern Virginia, close to Washington, DC. She's a bookworm, biker chick, and international best-selling indie author. Linny published her debut novel, “Salvation in Chaos,” in January of 2018, and she's very passionate about writing suspenseful and action-packed stories. If Linny is not busy traveling, working, and writing, she spends her days at home in Front Royal, Virginia, with her husband, Norman, and 4 Brussel Griffons named Verdy, Simon, Daisy, and Emma.
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Ava Milns
Hi! I'm Ava Milns.
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Welcome to my world of Dark Romance, where complex emotions intertwine with taboo themes and raw intensity.
How did I get here? I’m an introvert and a recluse, often seen as weak and lacking courage. But I am also dark and complex, with a mind that has been conjuring up worlds and stories since an early age. These realms, populated by real people and places from my life, became my sanctuary, offering comfort, protection, and a sense of belonging.
In these imaginative worlds, I found my true home. They helped me function in reality. As I grew up, I began to create these worlds intentionally, seeking refuge in the elaborate and vivid stories that consumed me. Now, I channel my passion into stories that explore the boundaries o -
Ashley Dark
Ashley Dark is an Australian based dark romance author.
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Dark romance is where you'll find her head hidden when she is reading, flicking between the pages of taboo, bully and why choose the most.
When she is not reading or thinking about the next morally grey book boyfriend to write for you she is spending time with her supportive husband, two kids and two rascal dogs.