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Dr. Arieahn Matamonasa Bennett is coming to Studio Moonfall’s Kenosha Book Festival 2024 on April 28th and June 23rd.

Arieahn Matamonasa Bennett is a cross-culturally trained licensed psychologist, academic, author and international speaker. She has been working with groups and individuals for over 25 years. She teaches at DePaul University in Chicago, as well as Pacifica and Fielding graduate schools in Santa Barbara, CA. Her areas of expertise included connecting with nature and animals as aa path to well-being. Her writings and workshops center on connecting with our deep ancestral wisdom to access healing and positive change. She lives in Paris township (near Kenosha, WI) with her horses.

Here’s a sneak peek at their book Cages, Keys and the Chatelaine:

Are you a woman feeling stuck or trapped in your life?

In her own life, and with decades of experience in psychology & spirituality, Arieahn Matamonasa has discovered that when we are deeply unhappy with our lives there are common themes/patterns (cages) that keep us from the lives we truly desire.

• Draining, dysfunctional relationships
• Driven-behaviour and overwork
• Self-abandonment
• Not trusting ourselves
• Staying in our victimhood

Transformation and change can be more difficult for women because we have been taught for generations to put others first and that our own desires and dreams are ‘selfish.’ This book turns this upside down and presents a simple process of developing self-awareness and knowledge of where and how we are stuck and the keys to freedom.

• Recharging our energies
• Connection to nature and our instincts
• Using the power of our intuition as guidance
• Creating a vision for our future

This book takes the reader on a journey to rediscover passions, dreams and visions and truly become the chatelaine – owner and mistress of our lives.

If you can’t wait until you meet the author at this summer’s Kenosha Book Festival, pick up your copy at https://bookshop.org/a/9574/9798987014509

Stop by Studio Moonfall for more books by local authors and my friends from the indie publishing world, visit https://bookshop.org/shop/studiomoonfall to shop online, or https://www.libro.fm/business?bookstore=studiomoonfall for audiobooks.

Debra Oas is coming to Studio Moonfall’s Kenosha Book Festival 2024 on April 28th, July 28th, and August 25th.

Debra Oas is the accomplished author behind the captivating Cryptid Mysteries series, which includes “”Sinister Bay”” (2019), “”Whitewater Witch”” (2022), and her latest release, “”Mountain Walker”” (2023). Her novels weave intricate tales of murder, mythical creatures, and hidden secrets in intriguing settings ranging from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to the mountains of Colorado. With a background as a retired Aquatics director and experience in journalism and freelance writing, Debra brings a wealth of storytelling prowess to her works. Her literary talents extend to children’s books, including “”Little Lost Annie,”” “”Holly the Christmas Puppy,”” “”Mr. Mick,”” and “”Celia and Teddy,”” catering to young readers at the 3rd or 4th-grade level. Debra’s return to her first love of writing is a testament to her dedication to crafting engaging narratives that captivate readers of all ages.

Here’s a sneak peek at their book Sinister Bay:

Ned Ferris discovers his father has been murdered in a small, remote village in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The cast of characters are peculiar and harbor many secrets. Ned, along with his friends, Wolfgang, a cryptozoologist and his sister Kyra encounter strange and frightening events, all of which culminate at the loneliest place in the world, an abandoned lighthouse in the middle of Lake Superior.

If you can’t wait until you meet the author at this summer’s Kenosha Book Festival, pick up your copy at https://amzn.to/3VlyPTu

Stop by Studio Moonfall for more books by local authors and my friends from the indie publishing world, visit https://bookshop.org/shop/studiomoonfall to shop online, or https://www.libro.fm/business?bookstore=studiomoonfall for audiobooks.

Michelle Murray is coming to Studio Moonfall’s Kenosha Book Festival 2024 on April 28th, July 28th, and September 22nd.

Michelle is a married working mother of two fine young men (her children). She lives in Wisconsin. When not writing, she enjoys reading especially science fiction/fantasy and classics.

Here’s a sneak peek at their book Dream Walker: Land of Mystica Series:

Miranda is plagued by vivid dreams of a another world. A world of castles, forests, Ice Caves, and dragons. She goes to a bookstore to see why she is having these visions, and learns she is a Dream Walker. Miranda heeds the call of need, and travels to Mystica. For years, the wizards have been trapped in stone. Now, one curious boy has released Midnight. Midnight gathers an army, and prepares for war. Miranda needs to find the white wizard Lightning and free from his stone prison. Can Miranda free Lighting and save Mystica?

If you can’t wait until you meet the author at this summer’s Kenosha Book Festival, pick up your copy at https://bookshop.org/a/9574/9781500918996

Stop by Studio Moonfall for more books by local authors and my friends from the indie publishing world, visit https://bookshop.org/shop/studiomoonfall to shop online, or https://www.libro.fm/business?bookstore=studiomoonfall for audiobooks.

Ana Michelle is coming to Studio Moonfall’s Kenosha Book Festival 2024 on April 28th, June 23th, and August 25th.

Ana Michelle has always been passionate about writing and storytelling. They describe themself as a curious Author who loves exploring different themes and motifs. As part of their writing process, they love immersing themselves in their projects—diving headfirst into the research, production, and fine-tuning of the stories they feel are the most worthy of telling.

Here’s a sneak peek at their book Garnet Fire:

McKenna Pomengale has spent her entire life within the safety of her Coven’s Farm in Texas. There she not only learned live off the land but how to walk the Astral Planes, keeping the universe balanced.
When her and every member of her coven is pulled from the plains and unable to gain entrance to them again McKenna must leave the only home she has ever known. She has to travel to the site of the infamous Salem Witch Trials. Upon her arrival she must search out the Guardians and learn the secrets they have protected for all these years.
Learning to trust others outside of her coven while insuring her of her coven’s survival is paramount.

If you can’t wait until you meet the author at this summer’s Kenosha Book Festival, pick up your copy at https://bookshop.org/a/9574/9781639580026

Stop by Studio Moonfall for more books by local authors and my friends from the indie publishing world, visit https://bookshop.org/shop/studiomoonfall to shop online, or https://www.libro.fm/business?bookstore=studiomoonfall for audiobooks.

RE Bunch is coming to Studio Moonfall’s Kenosha Book Festival 2024 on April 28th and July 28th.

RE Bunch is a writer from Chicago, Illinois. She enjoys all things occult, horror, and science fiction. She pulls from art, true-crime stories, scientific theories, and nature to stretch her creations beyond the limits of horror. She blends poetry and prose writing techniques to develop worlds filled with mystery, dread, and beauty. A style that has been described as eclectic and uniquely her own.

When she is not writing she is playing with dogs and making linoleum prints.

Here’s a sneak peek at their book The By-Blow Promise Land:

Truett Fox has never felt at home with any family—adopted, found, or birth. After his birth father’s unexpected passing, Truett and his adoptive brother Felix go to New Orleans, Louisiana to attend the service. While paying their respects, a storm rolls in that causes them to cut their trip short. As the two try to leave town they are detoured off the main roads, going further into the bayou. As tensions flare on the dark flooded roads, they find a woman, Leticia, stranded in the storm. Leticia promises a good time and safe shelter to wait out the storm in. Is her hospitality an old-fashioned miracle, or are there more sinister forces driving the boys to her?

If you can’t wait until you meet the author at this summer’s Kenosha Book Festival, pick up your copy at https://amzn.to/3vAUqx2

Stop by Studio Moonfall for more books by local authors and my friends from the indie publishing world, visit https://bookshop.org/shop/studiomoonfall to shop online, or https://www.libro.fm/business?bookstore=studiomoonfall for audiobooks.

Al Lytle and Toi Blasier are coming to Studio Moonfall’s Kenosha Book Festival 2024 on April 28th, June 23rd, and August 25th.

Meet the dynamic author duo of Al Lytle, an independent pro wrestler with his own promotion and creative enthusiast, and Toi Blasier, an aspiring artist in his youth turned soldier who served multiple tours in the Middle East. Their paths crossed in 2018 at work, where they quickly bonded over many shared interests including storytelling and adventure.

It was Toi who revealed to Al the dream his wife had years prior, which sparked the concept for “”Gates of Divinity,”” a sprawling epic. Recognizing the enormity of the tale, they joined forces, combining their diverse backgrounds and talents to bring the saga to life. With their passion for creativity and collaboration, Al and Toi are forging a legacy in the realm of epic fantasy literature.

Here’s a sneak peek at their book Gates of Divinity: The First Light:

After the first war in Heaven, Lucifer’s defeat and banishment was all but definitive. While peace reigned for a millennium, the Father of Lies dwelled in the void of the Pits of Hell. Fueled by vengeance and blinded by his destiny during his imprisonment, Lucifer plotted against those who would stand in his way. Upon his release, Lucifer sets off a series of events that draws the attention of a handful of angels as Heaven remains skeptical of any danger. In an unsanctioned mission to thwart Lucifer’s plans, a small group of angels set off on their own. Do they have the fortitude to endure Hell’s forces and convince Heaven or will Lucifer threaten all of creation?

If you can’t wait until you meet the author at this summer’s Kenosha Book Festival, pick up your copy at https://bookshop.org/a/9574/9798218019297

Stop by Studio Moonfall for more books by local authors and my friends from the indie publishing world, visit https://bookshop.org/shop/studiomoonfall to shop online, or https://www.libro.fm/business?bookstore=studiomoonfall for audiobooks.

Taylor Schafer is coming to Studio Moonfall’s Kenosha Book Festival 2024 on April 28th and July 28th!

Meet the author:
My name is Taylor Schafer! I’ve always been an avid reader. I have written a few books since high school but have taken the leap and published my first book. I love writing all the smutty books I can. I’m a firm believer in sex early in the book.

I live with my two cats; Cowboy and Bandit. And I love all things Christmas!

Here’s a sneak peek at their book Of Stars and Water:

The world is in chaos, after a freak solar storm destroys all technology on Earth. The planet goes into World War III and half the population is eradicated. The remaining population, because of radiation from the bombs and solar storm, ends up changing them. The radiation awakes latent elemental powers, allowing every person to control one element. Except for me.

If you can’t wait until you meet the author at this summer’s Kenosha Book Festival, pick up your copy at https://amzn.to/426GQgu

Stop by Studio Moonfall for more books by local authors and my friends from the indie publishing world, visit https://bookshop.org/shop/studiomoonfall to shop online, or https://www.libro.fm/business?bookstore=studiomoonfall for audiobooks.

Zachary Jeffries is coming to Studio Moonfall’s Kenosha Book Festival 2024 on April 28th and June 23rd!

Zachary Jeffries has only been arrested once (so far) and didn’t do anything illegal, just mouthed off a bit. That night, he learned the power of being a smartass, a trait many of his main characters possess (along with other supernatural abilities). He believes in happily ever afters, cliffhangers only after closure, and really dark book twos.

Jeffries is the author of Young Adult Urban Fantasy stories like The Unseen Curse and the series Angels of New York State.

Here’s a sneak peek at their book Angel of Fate:

This Grim Reaper just met his Fate.

High school sophomore MaKayla Colfax was perfectly happy with her life until she inherited a mysterious pair of scissors. They don’t cut, but when holding them, MaKayla begins seeing things like lines between people, connections. With the scissors, she uncovers the ancient power of her lineage of Greek Fates.

If Grim Reaper-in-training Cain Morrigan messes up one more soul harvest, he’ll remain a disgusting human for the rest of his existence. But his new target has supernatural connections tied to Earth. Now Cain’s only hope is to find some force powerful enough to cut these ties.

Can MaKayla embrace her destiny in time to preserve the balance of life and death? Can Cain tolerate a human long enough to make MaKayla into the Fate he needs? And for the love of gods, can the two of them work together for one minute without fighting?

If you can’t wait until you meet the author at this summer’s Kenosha Book Festival, pick up your copy at https://bookshop.org/a/9574/97819570790599

Stop by Studio Moonfall for more books by local authors and my friends from the indie publishing world, visit https://bookshop.org/shop/studiomoonfall to shop online, or https://www.libro.fm/business?bookstore=studiomoonfall for audiobooks.

Meet the Author!

Visit us on Friday, April 5, 2024 at Studio Moonfall from 4pm to 7pm to meet Paranormal/Mystery Author, Debra Oas.

Hang out at the shop and take a peek inside their book, Sinister Bay:

Ned Ferris discovers his father has been murdered in a small, remote village in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. The cast of characters are peculiar and harbor many secrets. Ned, along with his friends, Wolfgang, a cryptozoologist and his sister Kyra encounter strange and frightening events, all of which culminate at the loneliest place in the world, an abandoned lighthouse in the middle of Lake Superior.

Get a sneak peek at Sinister Bay at https://amzn.to/3VlyPTu

Debra Oas is the accomplished author behind the captivating Cryptid Mysteries series, which includes Sinister Bay (2019), Whitewater Witch (2022), and her latest release, Mountain Walker (2023). Her novels weave intricate tales of murder, mythical creatures, and hidden secrets in intriguing settings ranging from Michigan’s Upper Peninsula to the mountains of Colorado. With a background as a retired Aquatics director and experience in journalism and freelance writing, Debra brings a wealth of storytelling prowess to her works. Her literary talents extend to children’s books, including Little Lost Annie, Holly the Christmas Puppy, Mr. Mick, and Celia and Teddy, catering to young readers at the 3rd or 4th-grade level. Debra’s return to her first love of writing is a testament to her dedication to crafting engaging narratives that captivate readers of all ages.

See you from 4pm to 7pm on Friday, April 5, 2024 at Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue with Debra Oas!

It’s time for a Kenosha Comic Con!

With four dates every second Sunday from May to August, we’re bringing in local and independent comic creators Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue – for a brand new outdoor comic convention. Let’s jump into some art and story!

Who knows? The next Stan Lee could be living in your neighborhood!

Along with local creators, we’ve got a bunch of comic to dig through for only $1 each. Might find some treasures in there!

And we’ll keep you fed with a couple local food trucks to choose from.

I’ll be posting details for the individual dates, like which comic creators and artists are coming, on the Studio Moonfall Facebook events page, so be sure to follow that.

Issue #1 – Sunday, May 12th – https://fb.me/e/3n5D9oKpm

Issue #2 – Sunday, June 9th – https://fb.me/e/3qwHKqbj6

Issue #3 – Sunday, July 14th – https://fb.me/e/4ljcVhGM7

Issue #4 – Sunday, August 11th – CANCELLED