Delilah S. Dawson

Delilah S. Dawson is an American author of fantasy and science fiction born in 1977, who also writes under the pen names Lila Bowen and Ava Lovelace. She has gained recognition for her diverse portfolio spanning multiple genres, including Star Wars tie-in fiction, steampunk romance, young adult novels, and comic books. Her contributions to the Star Wars universe include the novels "Star Wars: Phasma" and "Galaxy's Edge: Black Spire," which have expanded the franchise's canonical storylines. The Blud series of steampunk paranormal romance novels and the Shadow series of Weird West novels (written as Lila Bowen) demonstrate her versatility across different speculative fiction subgenres. Dawson has collaborated with other authors, notably co-writing "Kill the Farm Boy" and "No Country for Old Gnomes" with Kevin Hearne. Her work in comics includes titles such as "Star Pig," "Sparrowhawk," and "Rick and Morty Presents: Pickle Rick," showing her ability to work across different storytelling mediums. Based in Roswell, Georgia, Dawson has been actively publishing since 2012, contributing to both original works and established franchises. Her writing spans multiple formats including novels, short stories, and comic books, with works aimed at both adult and young adult audiences.

Readers note Dawson's ability to write dark themes while maintaining humor and emotional depth. Her Star Wars novels receive praise for capturing familiar characters' voices, though some fans felt Phasma didn't reveal enough about its title character. Common praise: - Strong character development in the Blud series - Detailed world-building, especially in Kill the Farm Boy - Handles sensitive topics with care in whichever genre Common criticisms: - Pacing issues, particularly in series openers - Some romance plots feel predictable - Humor occasionally overshadows serious moments Average ratings: Goodreads: 3.8/5 across all books Amazon: 4.2/5 average Notable titles: - Kill the Farm Boy: 3.5/5 (12,000+ Goodreads ratings) - Phasma: 3.7/5 (8,000+ Goodreads ratings) - Servants of the Storm: 3.6/5 (1,000+ Goodreads ratings) Multiple readers note her consistent output quality across different genres, from YA to Star Wars to fantasy comedy.

Star Wars: Phasma - A Star Wars canon novel revealing the origin story of Captain Phasma and her ruthless journey from a primitive warrior to a First Order officer.

Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge: Black Spire - A Star Wars canon novel following Resistance spy Vi Moradi as she establishes a secret base on the remote planet Batuu while being hunted by the First Order.

Kill the Farm Boy - A fantasy novel co-written with Kevin Hearne that subverts traditional fantasy tropes through the story of an unlikely chosen one.

No Country for Old Gnomes - A fantasy novel co-written with Kevin Hearne featuring warring gnomes and goats in a comedic take on classic fantasy elements.

Sparrowhawk - A comic book series about a young woman in Victorian England who must fight her way through a dark and twisted faerie realm.

Star Pig - A comic series following the adventures of a teenage girl and her giant tardigrade companion in space.

Rick and Morty Presents: Pickle Rick - A comic book adaptation expanding on the popular Rick and Morty television episode.

Kevin Hearne writes urban fantasy and humor-fantasy hybrids with strong worldbuilding elements. His Iron Druid Chronicles and Seven Kennings series showcase similar genre-blending approaches to Dawson's work.

Beth Revis creates science fiction that balances character development with action-driven plots. Her Across the Universe series demonstrates comparable skills in crafting detailed space-based narratives like Dawson's Star Wars works.

Cherie Priest specializes in steampunk and horror with historical elements woven throughout. Her Clockwork Century series shares DNA with Dawson's Blud series in terms of alternate history and supernatural elements.

Emma Newman produces both fantasy and science fiction with complex character relationships. Her Split Worlds series combines multiple genres in ways similar to Dawson's approach to the Shadow series.

Chuck Wendig writes across multiple formats including novels, comics, and media tie-ins. His Star Wars: Aftermath trilogy demonstrates comparable abilities in expanding established universes while maintaining distinct authorial voice.