Urban fantasy author Aly Welch talks about writing Dark Angel, the sixth book in her Masquerade series, exploring identity, perception, and chosen family. She opens up about writing through intense moments, growing as a storyteller, and finding balance between discipline, creativity, and chaos.

Urban fantasy vs. contemporary fantasy: what happens when your “urban” story takes place in a small town? Join me as I unpack the maze of fantasy subgenres and share lessons learned from past books.