M.J. Penn is a former tax and accounting professor who traded spreadsheets for magical stories. Now a fantasy and paranormal romance author, she creates steamy, angsty worlds filled with strong heroines, sexy alpha males, and fated mates. 

A book addict and coffee lover, Maia finds inspiration in mythology and legends, weaving those influences into tales of werewolves, vampires, fae and the humans who dare to love them. 

When she’s not crafting heart-pounding adventures, you can find her exploring Southern California beaches with her husband and son or dreaming of the day she’ll conquer a marathon.