Behind the Pages: Gothic Romantasy Lore with Gemma Vale

Looking for your next unhinged dark romantasy obsession? Look no further. In this episode of Two Girls, One TBR, we sit down with debut author Gemma Vale to talk about her upcoming book, Daughter of the Night. If you are a reader who craves shadow magic, complex character arcs, and a sharp, sophisticated love interest who wears glasses and serves pure elite energy, you are going to fall completely in love with Kael. Gemma breaks down how she approaches writing heavy themes, trauma, and ultimate women's empowerment, while still delivering the high-stakes fantasy we all live for.We also get a behind-the-scenes look at the making of a book boyfriend. Gemma shares what it was like to record her own audiobook in a professional studio, the chaotic reality of preorder deadlines, and why her upcoming projects are going to completely shift your expectations for spice and shadow magic. Plus, we chat about the relatable madness of balancing a massive reading list with motherhood and life. Get ready to add this one to the top of your TBR pile!In this episode:* Gemma’s self-publishing journey and debut release* Recording the audiobook in a professional studio* Preorder challenges, launch prep, and publishing logistics* Writing dark fantasy, romantasy, and emotionally complex characters* Character arcs for Seren, Kael, and future series plans* Social media, author branding, and building a readership* Bookish conversation about spice levels, tropes, and future readsHighlights:* Why Gemma chose to self-publish* The hardest part of creating the audiobook* How she developed Seren and Kael* Why her upcoming books will feel very different* The importance of preorder support for indie authorsConnect with Gemma Vale:Instagram: @author.gemmavaleTikTok: @author.gemmavaleConnect with us!linktr.ee/TwoGirlsOneTBRTransparency Note: The ARC discussed in this episode was kindly provided by the author, but all unhinged reactions and opinions are entirely our own.