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

The Kenosha Book Festival is back for 2024!

With six dates every fourth Sunday during the summer, we’re bringing 20 local and independent authors each time to Studio Moonfall – 5031 7th Avenue. Get to know who’s writing your books!

Plus, dig through THOUSANDS of used books that will only cost you $1 each.

With all that work, you’ll need something to munch on so we’re bringing on a couple food vendors each time.

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

Chapter 1 – April 28 – https://fb.me/e/1SGY2cle5

Chapter 2 – May 26 – https://fb.me/e/1HB0fyU75

Chapter 3 – June 23 – https://fb.me/e/44xpJRLr0

Chapter 4 – July 28 – https://fb.me/e/xNULEbGmf

Chapter 5 – August 25 – https://fb.me/e/1siR5ePNg

Chapter 6 – September 22 – https://fb.me/e/cQpdhrbHM

But if you can’t wait, you can find most of the authors books at https://bookshop.org/lists/kenosha-book-festival-featured-authors – Start reading now!

Meet the Author!

Visit us on Friday, March 29, 2024 at Studio Moonfall from 4pm to 7pm to meet Fantasy Author, Al Lytle and Toi Blasier.

Hang out at the shop and take a peek inside 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?

Get a sneak peek at Gates of Divinity: The First Light at https://bookshop.org/a/9574/9798218019297

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.

See you from 4pm to 7pm on Friday, March 29, 2024 at Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue with Al Lytle and Toi Blasier!

Meet the Author!

Visit us on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Studio Moonfall from 4pm to 7pm to meet Horror/Paranormal Author, Scott Burtness.

Hang out at the shop and take a peek inside their book, An Oracle Walks into a Bar:

Messy breakup? Want your stuff back from your ex? Shapeshifter August Shade can help. Satisfaction not guaranteed.

After saving the world, the cranky repo man heads to farm country for one little job. Now he’s far from his natural habitat and mixed up with two feuding hag sisters, a loan sharking coblyn, and a mysterious woman with a very scary ex. The manure hits the fan when his best friend blows the lid off a major conspiracy and lands August in a heap of trouble.

As his efforts to keep a low profile fall apart, August learns–quite literally–that you reap what you sow. It’s life or death for the repossession specialist, and the scales keep tilting toward the latter. If it weren’t for bad luck, August Shade would have no luck at all.

Get a sneak peek at An Oracle Walks into a Bar at https://bookshop.org/a/9574/9798462369100

And here’s something from the author:

I love horror and paranormal comedy. You want Dawn of the Dead? I want Dawn, Dishsoap of the Dead. You want Children of the Corn? I want Children of the Cornball. That’s why I don’t write about vampires and shapeshifters and aliens. I write about bowling vampires. Shapeshifters that will get your stuff back from your ex after a messy breakup. Aliens that love visiting the State Fair.

Are my books any good? Well, Sam J. Jones once spit on the cover of Wisconsin Vamp at a comic book convention. While it was ostensibly an accident, I remain convinced it was Sam’s way of showing high praise.

I am a born-and-raised Minnesotan that now lives in northeastern Wisconsin. I took to writing fiction as an excuse to hang out in bars by myself and not look weird. If you’re by yourself, you look sad and lonely. If you’re working on a laptop, you look like a highly productive member of society. Anywho…

Wrapped in flannel and raised on 80’s sitcoms, Monty Python, Douglas Adams and B-horror flicks, my books blend wry humor and supernatural thrills into otherwise-mundane Midwestern life.

See you from 4pm to 7pm on Friday, March 15, 2024 at Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue with Scott Burtness!

Meet the Author!

Visit us on Friday, March 8, 2024 at Studio Moonfall from 4pm to 7pm to meet Science Fiction Author, Jeri Shepherd.

Hang out at the shop and take a peek inside their book, At Fault:

The fault lines are forming, not just in the earth, but between the people who live there; for the woman the world discarded and the one they chose to lead them. Zoe Baja is drowning … dying … a ghostland waiting to sink into the ocean while the Zoeans cling to a resolve to be gloriously human. The cityships are running out of room and reserves … can they stand in the storm? The violence of the fleet families grows as they struggle for power.

The Global Union of the 2900s is losing people … and losing control.

Follow the journeys of Linda in the year 2552 and Miriam in the year 2908 as they both deal with the consequences of the earth that man created and, each in their own way, try to make the best of their world for the people they love.

Get a sneak peek at At Fault at https://bookshop.org/a/9574/9798985696004

Known to friends and colleagues as Red, the author of 107 genre fiction and general audience works (and growing), has written for nearly three decades in playwriting, children’s books, sportswriting, biography, leadership, ministry, writing resources, fiction, games, planners, and so much more. She is genre-fluid, unable to keep her keys off anything that draws her interest. She also owns Lucy’s Lantern Literature, the exclusive publishing partner of “For The Love Of” books and other works by Kim Rogne and Associates (www.fortheloveoflivingbig.com).

Red is a member of the International Association of Science Fiction and Fantasy Authors (IASFA), Women’s Fiction Writers Association (WFWA), 20Booksto50K, National Association of Independent Writers and Editors (NAIWE), and past member of Writer’s Guild of America – East.

The author has been many-times award-nominated, including books for the prestigious Newberry Medal and Caldecott Award, and she is, at the time of this website update (July 2023), a 14-Time #1 Internationally Bestselling Author, through traditional and independent publishers, across many genres, with Combined Sales of Over 700,000 Books and Plays since 1997.

See you from 4pm to 7pm on Friday, March 8, 2024 at Studio Moonfall, 5031 7th Avenue with Jeri Shepherd!