Rikki Starbuck-Smith
Explore the enchanting world of fantasy romance with bite and spice.
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My Journey
My debut book, Oath of Starfire, is the first book in the Dreamborn Gods Saga. I write adult fantasy woven with raw emotion, intense character journeys, and immersive worldbuilding where gods, fae, and monsters collide. My stories lean into the darker edges of magic, love, and destiny, always with a focus on flawed, resilient characters fighting to find their place in a broken world.
Author
Who am I?
When I am not writing, I can usually be found with earbuds in, listening to true crime podcasts and dissecting mysteries alongside my favorite hosts. A lifelong reader, I draw inspiration from authors who aren’t afraid to write bold and complex characters—especially Caroline Peckham and Susanne Valenti, whose Zodiac Academy books hold a special place on my shelf.
I also have a deep love for mythology, particularly Norse myths, which fuel my fascination with gods, fate, and the ties between past and present. That influence often bleeds into my work, where echoes of myth and legend shape the worlds I create.
At home, I balance my time between writing, studying law, and raising my family.
Fun fact—I once hosted a paranormal podcast and spent my weekends ghost hunting with my cohost.
Experience & Passion
I’ve been writing for as long as I can remember. Like many writers, I began with the cringeworthy, angsty poems of my teenage years, which gradually evolved into short stories and eventually full-length novels. In school, I was part of a writing club that competed locally, and that experience cemented my love for storytelling as both an art and a discipline.
Over the years, I’ve honed my craft with a focus on character-driven fantasy—stories that explore resilience, identity, and the clash between light and shadow. My passion is creating immersive worlds where mythology, magic, and flawed humanity intertwine, and I take pride in blending emotional depth with high-stakes adventure. I continue to learn with every project I undertake, and I hope to grow as a writer with each piece I publish. Writing has always been more than a pastime for me—it’s a lifelong pursuit of growth, discipline, and imagination.
Amazing book. I just finished it today. I got pretty hooked on reading this, The author did an amazing job on describing the scenes, the passion and emotions. The romance in it is beautiful and magical and has me longing for more. Im sad I finished it so fast but im excited for how the rest of the series will pan out.
Jacob
★★★★★