We were lucky to catch up with Rowyn Adelaide recently and have shared our conversation below.
Rowyn, so good to have you with us today. We’ve always been impressed with folks who have a very clear sense of purpose and so maybe we can jump right in and talk about how you found your purpose?
Throughout my life and career, I’ve been driven by a desire to understand people—their experiences, their hardships, their hopes—and how those things shape the choices they make. Curiosity has always been my compass, whether it’s through heartfelt conversations in real life or through the characters I bring to life on the page. Being a romance author allows me to explore those human truths in a way that feels both magical and deeply personal, and it’s in that connection, between imagination and empathy, that I find my purpose.
Great, so let’s take a few minutes and cover your story. What should folks know about you and what you do?
I’m a romance author, particularly dark fantasy romance, and what excites me most about this work is the way it allows me to weave together magic, emotion, and human connection. Fantasy has always been a place where we can explore impossible worlds and larger-than-life adventures, but for me, the heart of the story is always in the relationships—the love, the longing, and the ways people grow when they open themselves to one another.
What feels most special about writing in this genre is the balance between escapism and truth. On one hand, my readers get to step into richly imagined worlds filled with magic, danger, and wonder. On the other, the struggles my characters face—grief, trust, belonging, forgiveness—are deeply human. I believe that’s where dark fantasy romance shines: it reminds us that even in the most extraordinary circumstances, the most powerful magic is love and connection.
Right now, I’m focused on writing and releasing my upcoming book OF HOLLOWED STARS, which is the third book in my Fate of the Embered series. It is scheduled to release in January 2026. The first two books in the series, OF WITHERING DREAMS and OF BLOOMING EMBERS, are out now and available on Amazon, My author website shop, The Crafty Bookstore, Barnes & Nobles online, and various indie bookstores and libraries around the world!
I’m passionate about creating stories that invite readers to feel seen, to get lost in adventure, and to rediscover hope. I truly believe that even when you’ve gone through the darkest of times, you can find the light within yourself and others you trust in order to come out the other side. For me, my brand is about connection, hope, and wonder—books that carry you away but leave you with something that lingers in your heart long after the last page.
Looking back, what do you think were the three qualities, skills, or areas of knowledge that were most impactful in your journey? What advice do you have for folks who are early in their journey in terms of how they can best develop or improve on these?
For me, three qualities have shaped my journey the most:
1. Curiosity and empathy. My stories always begin with the question: Why do people make the choices they do? Staying curious about human behavior and being empathetic toward different perspectives has not only helped me build layered characters but has also deepened the emotional core of my stories.
Advice: Nurture your curiosity. Read widely—both inside and outside your genre. Have conversations, listen, and try to imagine yourself in other people’s shoes. It will strengthen your ability to write characters that feel real.
2. Resilience. Writing is a long game—full of rejections, revisions, and self-doubt. Learning to keep going when things felt slow or uncertain was key to building my career as an author.
Advice: Build routines that support you when motivation is low, and celebrate small milestones. Progress is progress, no matter the pace.
3. Connection. Making sure to build and nurture a genuine and supportive community has been essential. I couldn’t do what I do without the encouragement of readers, fellow authors, friends, and family. The book community is all about people, and it’s a give-and-take process.
Advice: Foster genuine connections. Celebrate others’ successes, share encouragement, and show up for the community. Make sure to fill others’ cups while they are filling yours—those relationships will sustain you both creatively and personally.
Is there a particular challenge you are currently facing?
One of the biggest challenges I face right now is finding balance between the creative side of writing and the business side of being an author. Writing dark fantasy romance is where my heart is—but publishing also comes with marketing, social media, deadlines, and a hundred small tasks that can easily eat up the time and energy I’d rather be pouring into my stories.
To overcome this, I’ve been learning to set clearer boundaries and create systems that work for me. That means carving out non-negotiable writing time, giving myself permission to step back from social media when it feels overwhelming, and reminding myself that consistency matters more than perfection. I’m also leaning on my community of fellow authors and readers, who help me stay encouraged and focused when things get hectic.
It’s still a work in progress, but every step toward balance brings me closer to building a sustainable creative life—one where I can keep writing the kinds of magical, emotional stories I love while also sharing them with the readers who are waiting for them.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.authorrowynadelaide.com
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/authorrowynadelaide
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AuthorRowynAdelaide
- Other: Start with Book 1 in the Fate of the Embered Series: https://a.co/d/3SEUqE0
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