Michaela RileyMichaela Riley is a multi-genre, award-winning author. A versatile storyteller, she crafts narratives ranging from the playful wonder of children's literature to the immersive realms of fantasy and the high-stakes suspense of thrillers like Critics' equiem. Her work has garnered critical acclaim, with The Witch's Rebirth trilogy sweeping the Literary Titan Gold Book Awards. Her standout novel, Labyrinth of Shadows, has secured eleven major honors across the fantasy and horror genres, including the 2025 NYC Big Book Award, the Independent Press Award, and top honors at The BookFest and the Best Book Awards.Drawing on a distinguished career as a nurse in the Army Reserves, Michaela infuses her writing with tactical precision and a deep understanding of human resilience. She lives in the rolling hills of Virginia, where she can be found hiking with her two faithful companions: Morrigan, a red German Shepherd whose steady presence mirrors a protagonist's resolve, and Carlos, a spunky Chihuahua-terrier mix who keeps the house lively. Read More Read Less