I’m Alicia Rades, a USA Today Bestselling Author of young adult and new adult paranormal fiction. My stories follow characters in equal-dynamic romantic relationships and feature themes of discovering and claiming one’s inner power.

I grew up solving mysteries with psychics, falling head-over-heels for sparkling vampires, and uncovering the truth of King Arthur reincarnations. As I kid, I loved browsing the YA section at my small-town library, and I’d beg my parents to take me to Barnes & Noble to look at the books, even though we couldn’t afford them.

I wrote poetry and short stories throughout my teens and started writing long-form fiction in college, where I was studying to earn a Bachelor of Science. The first time I failed an exam, I’d spent the night writing a book instead of studying. That was the moment I realized I didn’t just want to be a writer—I had to become one.

I immediately changed my major and later earned my bachelor’s degree in communications with an emphasis on professional writing. I independently published my first book in 2013 and haven’t stopped since! To date, I’ve written over forty novels, including the Hidden Legends Universe co-authored with Megan Linski, and my books have received over two million downloads world-wide. 

When I’m not dreaming up magical stories, I can be found binge-watching paranormal TV shows, making crafts, and cooking with my family. I love attending plays and other live shows, or cozying up with a good read. My favorite books center around small-town mysteries, witches, and magical academies set in the modern world. Bonus points if there’s a psychic character or two involved!