After Dark: Chapter 2

This isn’t just a night out, it’s a descent into your darkest bookish fantasies.

This is a 18+ event due to the mature content and licensed bar.

✨ Meet & mingle with your favorite dark, fantasy, and paranormal romance authors

Full Line Up of Authors:

Alisha Williams

Amara Rose

Bonnie Randall

H.L Charlesworth

Jade Everett

JM Stockford

J.J Smeck

Katherine Scheirer

Kylie Doyle

L. Smail

Lily Odessa

N.J Rodman

Payton Rose

Raelle Lowe

Rhea Ryan

S.J Magnolia

Scarlett Moro

Veronica Talliss

*Subject to Change

🎭 Be captivated by sensual performances, including aerialists and dancers

📸 Strike a pose at themed photo ops, including the chance to pose with mysterious masked men and a motorcycle ;)

🛍️ Browse the Market, a curated collection of romance-themed vendors and spicy treasures

🍷 Sip on themed cocktails (with wicked non-alcoholic options) and indulge in a buffet of hors d’oeuvres

🎟️ Take part in exclusive giveaways, spicy surprises, and after-dark magic all night long

🔥 Please note: This is primarily an immersive, activity-based event. However, seating will be available for panels, performances, and rest areas.

More information on our website - https://sites.google.com/view/afterdarkbookishgala/home

ALL TICKET SALES END ON SEPTEMBER 1 2026 AT 11:30PM

😈 VIP (6:00 PM – 1:00 AM) $205

• Early access to the event & market
• Exclusive entry to the VIP Lounge
• Early signings and intimate moments with authors, actors and vendors
• Priority seating for readings, panels, and performances
• VIP aerialist show
• Entry into the VIP-only door prize
• Vip Exclusive hors d’oeuvres 
• 1 Dark Romance Blind date with a book
• VIP Swag Bag

✨ General Admission (7:00 PM – 1:00 AM) $125

• Full access to all event programming
• Sensual performances, kink demos, and immersive experiences
• Access to the Market
• Themed hors d’oeuvres and sweets
• Entry into the general door prize raffles