Steffanie Holmes is a USA Today bestselling author of paranormal romance, urban fantasy, and supernatural mysteries. Her books feature clever, witty heroines, dark and gothic settings, cunning witches, and a dash of sadistic humour.

Before becoming a writer, Steffanie worked as an archaeologist and museum curator. From Dark Age Europe to crumbling gothic estates, Steffanie is fascinated with how love can blossom between the most unlikely characters. Steffanie lives in New Zealand with her husband, a horde of cantankerous cats, and their medieval sword collection.