Conversation with Spicy Fae Romantasy Author Kris K. Haines

Are you obsessed with spicy books, witty banter, and hot guys with wings? In this episode of Deep Trope, Kate and Rachel sit down with fantasy romance author Kris K. Haines, author of the newly released romantasy standalone Hunted by the Fae Duke and the soon-to-be-complete Memory Puller series. They discuss Kris’s romantasy journey, including her introduction to the genre, where she pulls inspiration for her banter-rich books, and how to build a complex world and magic system while keeping the reader interested and engaged. Kris dives into the recent release of her standalone novel, Hunted by the Fae Duke, which is part of the multi-author Immortal Hunters Collection. She gives us the inside scoop on how this captivating story came to life—from drafting a tatted, pierced, pleasure-dom knight bodyguard to building a whimsical yet dark fantasy world. We also get an exclusive status update on the highly anticipated finale of The Memory Puller series following everyone's favorite memory-pulling nun, Cassandra Fortin.Whether you are a die-hard fan or looking for your next binge-worthy Fae romance recommendation, this spoiler-free interview is packed with insight into the world of dark romantasy.We deep-dive into the indie publishing industry and her unique writing process, discussing:How Kris tackles writing 1,000 words a day and manages the chaos of being an indie author. Her secrets to crafting natural, laugh-out-loud dialogue, Bridgerton-inspired character backgrounds, and elite page-turning banter.Why she actively supports real indie artists over AI art to bring her character visions to life.Tips for attending your first book convention, including how to approach authors and what you need to pack for Romantasy BookCon.Learn more about Kris’s books at https://kriskhainesbooks.com/ and connect with her on social media on Instagram and TikTok. 🎧 Follow and subscribe for weekly episodes:Instagram: @DeepTropePodcast Tiktok: @DeepTropePodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deeptropepodcast/💻 Website: www.deeptropepodcast.comDeep Trope is a fantasy romance podcast where two book besties go deep into romantasy, breaking down plot, characters, easter eggs, theories, tropes, and of course, their favorite spicy moments.