R.K. Devon has been in love with romance novels ever since her older sister "accidentally" slipped one into her reading pile when she was in middle school. Now that she's achieved her own storybook romance, she delights in writing happily ever afters for her characters (after making them work for it, of course).

Megan Acuna is a content creator, mom, and lover of all things cottagecore. She began writing and binding her own fantasy novels at age 11, and finishing a full-length romantasy novel feels like a dream come true. When she’s not writing, you can probably find her in her greenhouse or at the thrift store. She lives in Seattle with her husband, Matt, and their two toddlers, Rowan and Juniper.

D. Kathleen McAteer is a fantasy romance author whose stories blend rich folklore, elemental magic, and powerful heroines. Her debut novel, Daughter of the Dark Sun, releases in August 2025 and marks the beginning of a romantasy trilogy filled with heart, grit, and slow-burn tension. A lifelong lover of mythology and speculative fiction, Kathleen writes for readers who crave immersive worlds and emotionally resonant journeys.

Jaime Ryanne writes fantasy romance featuring competent heroines of color, secondary world settings with modern touch es, and plenty of spice.

She’s a Korean American adoptee living in the PNW with her husband, two cats, and far too many plants.

Francesca Crispo is a fantasy romance author known for her atmospheric storytelling, emotionally rich characters, and slow-burn, high-stakes plots. Her work blends lyrical prose with immersive worldbuilding, creating romantasy tales that linger long after the final page. A lifelong lover of myths, magic, and meaningful connection, Francesca writes for readers who crave both escapism and depth.

Lia is the author of Bahama Drama — a hilarious and heart-swoony romantic comedy about heartbreak, healing, and finding unexpected sparks in tropical places.

With a fresh voice in romance and a 5-star debut, Lia brings the laughter, the chaos, and the charm we live for. Come meet her at the con and get your copy signed!

We’re beyond excited to announce that Dust of the Earth series author Morgan Vayle will be joining us at Lore and Luster 2026!

Step into the shadows with Nikki—a vampire of trace human ancestry battling her own dark evolution. As ancient forces awaken and a vengeful goddess rises, she must decide between loyalty and love, past and future... or risk losing everything to the darkness stirring beneath the earth.

Nicola is the Amazon bestselling author of the Crowns trilogy - a romantic fantasy series full of powerful heroines, morally grey anti-heroes, and twisty, heart-pounding plots. With elements of romance, suspense, and magic, her stories grip you from the first page and don’t let go.

Based in the PNW, Nicola writes daily while balancing life, motherhood, and a journey of resilience and healing. We’re honored to have her join us this year — and trust us, you’re going to want to meet her in person.

Amazon #1 ebook bestseller in Teen/YA Romantic Mystery, Teen/YA Thrillers & Suspense, and #2 in Teen/YA Fantasy & Supernatural Mystery. 

Author of the Whispers of the Veil trilogy, Shadow Voyager was released last December, with Shadows Within (book 2) releasing this fall! If you love fantasy, action, romance, and of course, the supernatural, with plenty of magic and morally gray characters, you’ll fall for these books! 

Enna Hawthorn is a fantasy romance author based in the Pacific Northwest. She began writing through fanfiction and text-based RPGs, eventually turning her lifelong passion into published work with the release of The Golden Rose of Valenul, the first book in The Dhemon Wars series. When she's not writing or teaching, Enna enjoys reading, hiking, and practicing Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.

Jade Austin is the author of the dark romantasy novel I'm Still Alive, the first in a gripping trilogy that blends vampires, mystery, and forbidden romance. Known for her atmospheric storytelling and emotionally raw characters, Jade explores themes of memory, trauma, and inner strength through her writing. When she’s not crafting hauntingly beautiful tales, she’s connecting with readers who crave fantasy laced with heartache, resilience, and just the right touch of danger.

Hypatia Rhodes is a dark romantasy author that caters to those dark parts of ourselves that we tuck away during the day. She writes character driven stories with people (or vampires) that you can find yourself in. Her works feature high stakes and high spice, witty banter, FMCs you find yourself rooting for, and swoon worthy book boyfriends. She is a PNW native that is heavily involved in the local bookish community through her work as the president and founder of the @portlandromancewriters , and she works with fellow author @shclasen in their Sucker for Books podcast.

A life-long resident of the Pacific Northwest, Sierra either loves to be immersed in nature or lost in a fantasy world. If she's not out snowboarding, surfing, or skating, Sierra can be found at her desk writing fantastical romances or cosplaying like she belongs in one. Though the local high school students know her as snowboard coach, her friends know her as an anime-loving, metal music-listening, role-playing busybody who’s always got something new to obsess over. 

Emerie Spark is the author of Love Beyond the Veil, a cozy gamer romance about a tea-loving streamer and a stressed game dev falling in love behind the scenes of an MMORPG expansion. Her debut is currently in the works and open to eARC readers.

Baley Noal is a rising romance author based in the Pacific Northwest, best known for her debut novel Starstruck and its sequel Starstruck: The Trials. A self-published novelist and entrepreneur with a flair for telling emotional, biblically inspired love stories, Baley weaves themes of resilience, family, and fame into her work

Wife, mom, corgi wrangler, and proud plant hoarder. Lifelong storyteller fueled by too much coffee and emotional soundtracks. I grew up reading alongside my grandma, wrote tons of fanfic, and now write romance full of heart. I live in Seattle with my family, a corgi named Asuna, and a lightsaber I shouldn’t be trusted with.

My debut novel, We’d Know By Then, is out now from Lake Country Press.

Jes is a multi-award winning Fae Romantasy, Dystopian Punk Lit, and Historical Fantasy writer, a mom of three nerdlets, a faeriecore and elfpunk geek, tree hugger, nature photographer, and a helpless romantic who married her insta-love high school sweetheart.

I live near Seattle with my two young children and husband. We spend our free time roaming parks, riding our bikes, and traveling to and from activities like soccer and ballet. We are at the library about once a week picking out new books and returning ones dangerously near their due dates. I am often drinking coffee or water while stories of love, heartbreak, and epic fantasy dance around in my head mostly unprovoked. 

After 25 years in the accounting world, Beebe followed her heart—and her imagination—into the world of storytelling. From poems whispered to the page to entire worlds shared only with her loyal pup, Beebe is now bringing her novels to life for all of us to enjoy.

Catch her at her author table during the event and discover the magic she’s been keeping all to herself… until now.

AJ is a Fantasy & Romance author who currently resides in the beautiful PNW. If they aren't sitting at their desk and pouring into their current manuscript, you can also find them reading, hanging out with their family and friends, playing sports, or playing Dungeons & Dragons. AJ thrives off of finding both the humor and depth in life and always looking to advocate for others in whatever capacity is available. AJ is currently working on their debut novel, an adult/new adult fantasy romance.

Meet Jessica Salina, an award-nominated romance author from Washington. A lifelong reader turned storyteller, she’s passionate about mental health and disability representation, drawing from her experiences with fibromyalgia and CPTSD. When she’s not writing, she’s hiking, chasing waterfalls, or cosplaying alongside her husband.

You can find her at jessicasalina.com.