A. A. Kinsela
Vic Based
YA Fantasy Author
Alethea is a YA fiction and archaeology non-fiction author who enjoys drawing on archaeology to bring fiction to life.
Her novels have been finalists in the Aurealis Awards, and her non-fiction has been shortlisted for ABDA and EPAA Awards.
She lives in Victoria with her husband and tribe of boys.
Annie McCann
NSW Base
Middle Grade and Lower YA Fantasy Fiction Author
Annie McCann is an Indonesian Australian author from Western Sydney whose passionate about representation has her working tirelessly to bridge the gap in the creative space.
On her limited days off, she's either slaying her TBR, jamming to Michael Jackson's greatest hits or cheering on the Parramatta Eels. My Harimau King is her debut novel.
Jae Waller
Vic Based
YA Fantasy Author
Jae Waller grew up in northwest Canada and has a joint BFA in creative writing and fine art from UNBC and ECUAD. Her YA series, The Call of the Rift, combines her love of fantasy, romance, and history. She lives in Melbourne and works as a novelist and freelance artist.
Jennifer E. Glynn
Tas Based
NA and YA Fantasy and Mystery Author
Jennifer Glynn is an Australian author of Young Adult fantasy and mystery novels, including 'The Beaumont Egalitarian Society,' 'Call Me Rumpel', and 'The Kitsune's Lullaby'.
When not writing, she’s busy learning AUSLAN and Spanish, collecting antiques, or hanging out with her menagerie of cats, quolls, possums, pademelons, and currawongs.
Jessie Heart
VIC Based
YA Fantasy Author
Jessie Heart is an Australian YA fantasy author and lifelong storyteller, creating immersive worlds where emotion and magic collide. Inspired by connection, identity, and the elements, her stories explore belonging and truth. When she’s not writing, Jessie champions bookish communities and helps readers turn their love of stories into something beautifully lived.
Maria P Frino
NSW Based
Maria P. Frino is an Australian author known for writing contemporary, science fantasy and historical fiction.
Her work often explores themes of family, resilience, and the impact of personal events on individual lives. Her books are to be enjoyed, she likes readers to be entertained.
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Maria’s style is characterised by rich storytelling, with a particular focus on human frailty and relationships allowing readers to be immersed in her character-driven stories.
Ya, Contemporary Fiction, Science Fantasy and Historical Fiction Author
YA/NA Fantasy Author
MG Hunt is a fantasy author, based in Melbourne/Naarm, Australia.
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Her debut novel Still Waters Run Deep is a tale of elemental magic and mystery, drawing readers into a richly imagined universe filled with vivid characters and captivating adventures.
Renée Shantel
NSW Based
YA Mystery, Contemporary and Paranormal Author
Renée Shantel started writing at age eleven, all because she was tired of waiting for the fifth Harry Potter to be released, and has entertained dreams of being published ever since.
When not writing, she can be found shooting analogue photography, casually learning to play the violin, or smothering her cats with love.
Sensei Sarhn
NSW Based
YA Author
Transitioning from a renowned career photographing national icons, Sarhn founded Wollondilly Karate to mentor the next generation. She teaches invaluable life skills like courage and self-awareness.
Her internationally award-winning novel, "OSU", extends this commitment, providing teens and young adults with a roadmap for resilience, self-acceptance, and finding their own internal strength.
Sonja J. Kaye
VIC Based
YA & Adult Cozy Fantasy, Romantasy, Thriller, and Mystery Author
Sonja J. Kaye is an author of adult and young adult fiction. The recipe for her books: take a big scoop of drama and tension, combine with a giant dose of yearning, add a gallon of heart-wrenching love, a splash of trauma or two, and last but not least a sprinkle of magic.
Tenille Seow
QLD Based
Adult Urban Fantasy and YA Epic Fantasy Author
Tenille Seow is an Australian author passionate about creating accessible fantasy stories for younger readers. Despite challenges with dyslexia, she has dedicated herself to learning the craft of writing and continues to develop stories within The Light Within series.