New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Keri Lake writes gothic romance carved from vengeance, obsession, and beautifully brutal desire.
Where Darkness Finds Its Muse
From the time she first wandered into haunted forests and crumbling fairytales, Keri has been obsessed with the eerie, the beautiful, and the wicked.
Her books pull readers into vividly imagined worlds, filled with sinister gods, arcane magic, deadly secrets, and forbidden love. Each story is crafted to linger long after the last page, leaving its mark like a whispered curse.
Ink, Chaos, and the Things That Keep Her Human
When she steps away from writing, Keri trades monsters for the beautiful mayhem of family life. She spends her downtime with her husband, daughters, and two unruly dogs—fueled by strong coffee, moody playlists, red wine, and an unapologetic love of dark chocolate. Even in those quieter moments, new stories stalk her thoughts, waiting for their chance to take shape.
Works In Progress
Curious what Keri is conjuring in her writing cave? Track her current works-in-progress as they take shape—page by wicked page.
The Eating Woods — Book 3 (Drafting)
20% Complete — The forest is stirring, the gods are restless, and the banished are not alone…
Nocticadia — Deluxe Edition Release Prep
90% Complete — Dark academia, forbidden obsession, and secrets buried beneath the ivy.
Secret Project (??? — Outlining)
20% Complete — A new gothic world of obsession, ruin, and haunting lore.
“She blew my expectations out of the water …Anathema was dark and delicious with well-placed horror elements, all the while riddled with palpable tension between Maevyth and Zevander. Their romance is a delectably delicious slow burn and will continue into the second book in the Eating Woods ...”
"Absolutely shattered after finishing this book. The storytelling is masterful. I haven’t cried like this since Throne of Glass. I will desperately await the final book."
“Nocticadia gets under your skin, taking its time to wriggle in deep while strangling your senses without permission or apologies. A tale of dangerous academia where temptation and death lurk in every dark corner. ”
“I was on the edge of my seat so many times, and I held my breath waiting for what was to happen next. My heart was broken, my mind was blow,n but then it was all put back together again. Nothing can prepare you for how phenomenal this book is. It is a true masterpiece!”
“Nightshade brought a dark and captivating world that I never wanted to leave. Full of vivid characters, spine-tingling setting, and a romance unlike any I’ve ever read. In one word, I’m hooked. TOTALLY AND COMPLETELY HOOKED.”
“A delectably depraved villain with a plot so twisted that it has me pointing my finger at nearly every character. I have no clue who the Sandman is…….no, that’s wrong, I have too many clues and theories rolling around in my head. No character is above suspicion.”
