Jason Roach is the owner of Gold Dust Publishing and the author of the American Writing Awards Finalist for LGBTQ+ - Fiction and Thriller - Fiction The House on Dead Man’s Curve. When not writing LGBTQIA+ horror or ghost fiction, he enjoys all things paranormal and concert going with his husband. Find out more about Jason and his appearances and read his blogs written for the Association of Paranormal Study at https://authorjasonroach.com/

Rey Nichols, a Midwest native, is the love child of an Eldritch horror with more apostrophes than letters in its name and the front person of a forgotten 80’s rock band she can’t quite remember the name of. Only two degrees away from Kevin Bacon, when Rey is not busy trying to evade capture from monster hunters, she spends her time writing urban fantasy and sci-fi detective noir. Learn more about her and her previous works at https://reynichols.com.

Wade Beauchamp is from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, where he lives with his wife and daughter. Over 30 of his short stories have been published in various journals and anthologies by such editors as Ryan North, Violet Blue, Lori Perkins, and Cecilia Tan. His work has twice been selected for inclusion in Susie Bright’s Best American Erotica series (2005 and 2007). It Rhymes With Luck, a collection of his most popular shorts, was published in 2010. His debut novel, Scream If You Wanna Go Faster, was a 2013 Kindle Book Review Best Indie Book Awards Finalist.

Michael G. Williams writes queer-themed horror and science fiction celebrating monsters, macabre humor, and subverted expectations. His books include the award-winning vampire series The Withrow Chronicles; the thrilling time travel series SERVANT/SOVEREIGN featuring modern-day witches and historical heroes; the sci-fi noir A Fall in Autumn, winner of the 2020 Manly Wade Wellman Award; and a bunch of short stories. Michael strives to present the humor and humanity at the heart of horror and sci fi with stories of outcasts and loners finding their people.

Molly Blaeser is ecstatic to be completing a nearly 20-year writing project with the publication of her debut novel, The Snook Saga: Origins. Previously, Molly has had short stories and poems published in various teen contests and student publications. When not escaping into her beloved fantasy world, Molly can be found caring for the zoo of animals she owns alongside her partner in North Carolina. (Photo by Natalia Zamora Photography)

Chris Cole was born and raised in southeast Idaho. They've worked in TV news, education, and now work in mental health as a licensed professional counselor. They enjoy writing a variety of genres, including science fiction, fantasy, romance, and children's novels, all with queer lead characters. You can find out more about Chris at www.chriscolebooks.com

Koda Poindexter is a bold new voice in thriller, horror, and fantasy fiction. Born and raised in Franklin County, Virginia, Koda developed a passion for storytelling under the guidance of his grandmother, who instilled a love for imaginative tales in him at such a young age. With a flair for crafting heart-pounding cliffhangers, Koda's writing keeps readers on the edge of their seats. He has been previously published in Growing Up in the Valley magazine, and will be  debuting his first novel Tainted Glass next year.

Zack is a writer who likes to dabble in the fantasy world. He deals in the generic fantasy realm, but also dips his toes in the world of urban fantasy. With his main series being the Trials of Amaford, it becomes clear that sarcasm could be considered his first language.

Sean is a 36-year-old husband, cat and puppy dad, student, social justice advocate, and lover of words. He is earning his Master of Arts in Sociology, specializing in Queer culture, and using his voice to write queer characters that show the beauty, value, and vibrancy. He has been deeply influenced by writers such as Agatha Christie, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Stephen Spotswood, and A.C. Rosen. A huge fan of mystery, thrillers, horror films, and television, he finds inspiration from Criminal Minds, Scream, and Only Murders in the Building. He hopes to create captivating and mysterious stories such as those that have influenced him - only make it gay!

A fantasy writer and communications professional, Dan Desai Martin is thrilled to join the Gold Dust Publishing family. He grew up reading fantasy classics (from The Hobbit to the Dragonlance series to Wheel of Time) and has never lost his love for the genre. After graduating with a degree in Religious Studies, Dan spent the past few decades trying to make the world a more just and equitable place, with jobs ranging from policy advocate to journalist to communications consultant. He lives in Silver Spring, Maryland, with his spouse. 

Tally Johnson is an award-winning storyteller, folklorist, and author. His previous accomplishments include Ghosts of the South Carolina Upcountry, Ghosts of the South Carolina Midlands, and Ghosts of the Pee Dee with The History Press; Civil War Ghosts of South Carolina, and short stories in Off the Beaten Path 3 and Tales from the Old Black Ambulance with our friends at Prospective Press; and also a Southern Gothic short story collection titled Creek Walking with our friends over at Falstaff Books. He is the winner of the Caldwell Sims Award for Excellence in Southern Folklore from the USC-Union Upcountry Literary Festival. He currently resides in Chester, SC with his wife and fellow author Alexandra Christian and their fur baby Mr. George Bailey.

Arden Coutts (they/them) is a trans-non-binary author crafting queer fiction that spans romance, horror, and romantasy. Originally from Nebraska, Arden spent years traveling as an archaeologist before settling in North Carolina. Their work is driven by a mission to put dynamic, complex queer characters at the heart of action-packed stories—proving that heroes come in every form. When they're not writing, Arden can usually be found soaking up time with friends, getting lost in a good book, or exploring the natural beauty around them.