Discover the indie authors taking over the fantasy world. Featuring Jennifer Taylor Gray, Jay Neill, E.K. Moore, and G. Clatworthy. No spice, just elite storytelling.

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Is your reading hobby actually a form of soul-searching? Explore why we find pieces of ourselves in dark, no-spice fantasy and the "female rage" of messy characters.

I’ve always loved the way a single thread can create something out of nothing. But lately, I’ve been spinning a different kind of yarn. If you’ve been following the craft updates here, you know I’m a sucker for detail and a bit of a perfectionist. Well, those details have started breathing. They’ve grown wings, sharpened their claws, and demanded a story of their own. I’m thrilled (and a little bit terrified) to finally share that I’m diving headfirst into the world of atmosp