Author Interview: Erin Lark Maples, Author of A Circle of Stars

We have another fabulous interview for you today, with author Erin Lark Maples! Her book A Circle of Stars: Four Crowns Series Book 1 took home the Chanticleer 2024 CIBA Grand Prize Award in the Ozma Division.

Erin Lark Maples is a lover of fountain pens and the trail they leave behind. She is the author of the Four Crowns contemporary fantasy series and the companion web serial, Weir Walker. Her work is highly praised for its heart and snark as well as her knack for breathing magic into the everyday.

Find out more about this interesting author and her imaginative fantasy novels here.

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Shami Stovall – An Award-Winning Author Inspired by the Stars

Step into the world of urban fantasy as we welcome award-winning author Shami Stovall!

A person smiling while holding the book 'Time-Marked Warlock' by Shami Stovall in front of a bookshelf.

Shami’s novel Time-Marked Warlock—a thrilling blend of mystery, magic, and time-bending adventure—took home the 2024 Chanticleer Shelley Grand Prize for its imaginative storytelling and unforgettable characters. In this insightful conversation, she shares her journey from tabletop games to award-winning author, her creative process, and the inspirations behind her storytelling. Get ready to discover how life, gaming, and magic collide on the page.