Author Spotlight – Feature Submission
Welcome to Authors & Allies, the series where writers and artists share their voice, inspire our audience, and receive a powerful promotional package valued at $500 – but we aren’t charging you for it, at all. We want to work with fellow indie writers in the dark fiction and fantasy genre. So, if you’re ready to be seen, heard, and celebrated—this is your moment for an author spotlight feature.
Why You Should Apply
By joining our feature series, you’ll:
- Be showcased in an engaging, SEO-friendly spotlight interview designed for authors
- Reach over 4,600 subscribers across our newsletters and social platforms with your author-focused spotlight
- We’re investing the time and a professionally designed marketing package valued at $500 – because we want to grow, too!
- Build backlinks and visibility through coordinated cross-promotion
What to Submit for a Free Author Spotlight
We want to highlight you in your best light and help you achieve an author spotlight. Here’s what we need:
- ✅ A short bio so we know your real (150 words max)
- ✅ 1–3 external links to your work—books, interviews, blog posts, or features (at least one required)
- ✅ An email so we can begin the conversation
Learn More About this Series.
Timeline & Process
| Step | Estimated Timeframe |
|---|---|
| Submission Review | Within 1 week |
| Interview Scheduling | 1–2 weeks after approval |
| Feature Publication | 2 weeks after interview |
| Promotion Period | Active for 4 weeks |
FAQ – Author Spotlight
Is there a cost to participate? No. Your feature and promotional package are completely free.
Can I share published books or past interviews? Yes! Please include links in your submission for an author spotlight.
What kind of photo should I upload? Something we can use in your blog feature and promotional graphics. Clear portraits or branded images are perfect.
Let’s celebrate your story with an author-focused feature. Submit your story, and become part of a community that champions creativity.
