Elaina St. John writes dark, atmospheric fiction where the shadows always have a voice. Specializing in Paranormal Noir, Cozy Paranormal Mysteries, and Dark Gothic Romance, she weaves intricate worlds filled with ancient secrets, slow-burn tension, and sharp-witted heroines who refuse to be passive players in dangerous games.

Whether she is exploring the rain-slicked, gaslit brick of the New Orleans French Quarter or the moss-draped, haunted squares of Savannah, Georgia, Elaina is obsessed with these southern cities. To her, a setting isn’t just a backdrop—it’s a living, breathing character, thick with the scent of crushed jasmine, old paper, and coastal humidity. She believes that the best mysteries are found where history and folklore bleed together, and that a touch of everyday clumsiness only makes her characters more resilient when the supernatural forces come knocking.

When she isn't conjuring lethal politics, ancient entities, or cozy spectral sleuths, Elaina lives on the East Coast. She spends her days grounded in the real world alongside her husband and their beloved pets. Usually armed with a fresh cup of coffee, she can typically be found deep in the archives, researching hidden histories and forgotten lore to bring her next dark tapestry to life.