About Rikki Starbuck-Smith

Welcome to my world of fantasy romance, where my debut book brings you tales filled with magic, secrets, and adventure.

Meet the Author

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.

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.