Forest Members
Amy Karas
Amy has mentored and edited for people, in various roles, for over 20 years.
Helping writers gain momentum is her favorite part of running her business, whether it is untangling their plots, digging down into the heart of their story, or developing a writing habit in a busy schedule.
There is nothing like seeing a writer reignite their passion for a story that has gotten away from them.
amykaras.com
Writer, Editor, Investive Partner
Emily Golus
Emily is an award-winning author who writes clean, richly imagined fantasy for teens and adults.
She has more than 20 years of experience writing and editing for business, and broke into fiction publishing in 2017.
Her first novel, Escape to Vindor, won a Selah Award, and Crack the Stone was a Realm Award finalist.
Emily is 43% goblin, with a chaotic good alignment.
@worldofvindor
Writer
Writer, Personal TrainerJessica DuBois
Jess has written ever since she was a child. Personal trainer by trade, she loves Jesus, is addicted to the sun and anything physical and outdoors. When she isn’t running around with her husband or loved ones, she’s writing her dark epic fantasy stories and cuddling her three cats.
As a Christian, Jess knows hope and light overcome all trials, but with life’s joy comes some very dark times. The beauty of fantasy is that not only can it teach you see and relish the magic that is within THIS world, but such stories connect you to the world and others in ways you may not otherwise be able to. And that’s worth celebrating.
@jess_cfit_authorjrdubois
Kelsey Shade
WriterKelsey is a multiple award-winning author, plot-twist enthusiast, and married mother of five from Central Virginia.
She loves intrigue, high stakes, and witty banter.
Her porch hammock is her happy place and she can often be found dictating story ideas into her phone while folding laundry.
@authorkdshade
Writer, EditorAngie Grigaliunas
Angie writes and publishes New Adult fantasy books under two names (Angie Grigaliunas and A.D. Grigaliunas). She is a Christ-follower first and foremost, so though not all of her works are expressly Christian, everything she writes reflects a biblical worldview in some way.
She adores stories of redemption, hope, courage, forgiveness/reconciliation, sacrifice, healing, peacemaking, families, dealing with/overcoming sin, political intrigue, etc. You will often find morally gray characters and slow burn romances in her books, as well as a few twists!
@angiesquill
Amory Cannon
WriterAmory Cannon is first and foremost a Daughter of the King. As such, she loves writing stories of grace, love, and adventure rooted in her faith.
When she’s not writing, Amory spends her time running, training like a Valkyrie, and playing with her three dogs-- Luna, Argo, and Violet. She currently resides in Tennessee.
@amory.cannon