Fay Messina

  • Author Spotlight

    Jay Word Sign Up for her Newsletter! Purchase the book A book written in memory of Fiona Holm and every other victim of domestic abuse that has led to femicide. This book highlights the different types of domestic abuse women can experience, the manipulative behaviours of some men, the importance of friendship and support during…

  • Book Fair!

    So excited to share that Beguiled and Enchanted are both being featured in two book fairs with Fiction Atlas Press ✨ Seeing these stories out in the world, reaching new readers and bookish spaces, is such a full-circle moment. If you’re attending either fair, keep an eye out for them, and thank you for supporting…

  • Enchanted is coming

    December 23 I am so excited to share that Enchanted, the solstice novella in my romantasy series, arrives December 23. This one picks up a year after Beguiled left off, raising the stakes for Rune and Talya as court politics sharpen, old vows are tested, and a dangerous magic refuses to stay buried. What to…

  • It’s here! The SYKD is live!

    Beguiled is free until Tuesday! Check out some awesome military spouses that are authors and get some free books! Click here for free books!

  • How I Write: My Creative Process from Playlist to Page

    ✨ Step 1: Inspiration on Pinterest Pinterest is my visual brainstorming hub. Every project gets its own board filled with character aesthetics, moody landscapes, magical architecture, and outfit inspiration. It’s where the vibe of the story comes together. I often start with images that make me feel something, an abandoned castle, a sword glinting under…

  • ✨ Beguiled Is Out Now! ✨

    It’s finally here! My darkly romantic fae fantasy Beguiled has officially released in ebook format today, and I couldn’t be more thrilled to share Rune and Talya’s story with all of you. For those who’ve been waiting to hold it in your hands, don’t worry! Paperback and hardcover editions will be available starting November 1,…

  • ARCs Are Out + A Much-Needed Reset

    It feels surreal to finally say this, ARCs are officially out in the world! My inbox has been full of excitement, and I can’t wait to see what you all think as you dive into this story. 💜 Between writing, editing, grad school, and raising four kids, life has been… let’s just say “a lot.”…

  • Join My Street Team

    Hi friends! I’m so excited to announce that I’m opening applications for my Street Team! 🎉 If you’ve ever wanted to get a behind-the-scenes look at my writing process, read my books early, and help spread the word about my stories, this is your chance. What is a Street Team? A street team is a…

  • Back to School

    The start of August always sneaks up on me like a plot twist I should have seen coming but didn’t. Somehow, it’s already back-to-school season, and in our house, that means new backpacks, early mornings, and four very different kids getting ready to take on a brand-new year. With a fifth grader, a sixth grader,…

  • How I Balance Writing, Editing, and Motherhood (Barely)

    People often ask me, “How do you do it all?” Short answer: I don’t. Not really. Not all at once. Long answer? It’s a messy dance of color-coded calendars, late night writing sprints, laundry piles the size of small dragons, and a whole lot of grace. Between being a mom to four kids, running a…

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