Alaya Dawn Johnson
Johnson is a speculative fiction writer who has published books in the realms of historical fiction, fantasy and horror. She has written eight novels and numerous short stories in such a young career. Some of her works include The Summer Prince (2013), Love Is the Drug (2014), The Spirit Binders series and her Zephyr Hollis series.
Sumiko Saulson
Saulson is a San Francisco based horror writer that has published novels and helped promote the works of other horror writers. On her website, Saulson has interviewed, created lists and given advice to future writers. She has published works such as Solitude (2012) and Warmth (2013).