Gena Showalter
Gena Showalter is the New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author of a multitude of sub-genres within romance: paranormal, fantasy, contemporary, and young adult. She’s also written standalone novels, novellas and anthologies, as well as co-authored a nonfiction guide about how to write a book in a year.
Gena lives in Oklahoma with her husband, two adult children who grew up way too fast, and menagerie of dogs and cats who enjoy farting while she works, walking across her keyboard during pivotal scenes and demanding pets at all hours of the day and night. Her novels have appeared in Cosmopolitan’s Red Hot Reads and Seventeen magazine. She’s been interviewed on Nightline and mentioned on Orange is the New Black—the very moment her family decided she might be a real writer after all.
Chances are good she’s hard at work on her next novel. Chances are even better that the book is a twisted tale featuring an alpha male with a dark side and the strong woman who (lovingly…sometimes) kneecaps him.
What genres does Gena Showalter write?
She writes across romance subgenres including paranormal, fantasy, contemporary, and young adult. She also publishes standalone novels, novellas, anthologies, and has co-authored a nonfiction writing guide.
Which series is she best known for and where should I start?
Her best-known series include Lords of the Underworld, Intertwined, Angels of the Dark, and the Everlife trilogy. A good place to start is the first book of a series — for example The Darkest Night for Lords of the Underworld, Intertwined for the Intertwined series, and Wicked Nights for Angels of the Dark.
Are there recurring themes or elements in her books?
Yes. Her work often features paranormal elements, high-stakes romance, alpha male heroes with a darker edge, and resilient heroines. Themes of love, redemption, and intense emotional conflict are common.
Do her books need to be read in order?
For multibook series it is best to read in publication or numbered order so character arcs and overarching plots unfold properly. Standalone novels can be read in any order.
What formats are her books available in?
Many titles are available in paperback and eBook formats, with numerous novellas and collected editions. Audiobook availability varies by title and publisher, so check your preferred retailer or library for audio editions.