I’m so thrilled to share the news—The Seabourne Legacy is officially out in the world! This book has been years in the making, and it means so much to finally place it in your hands. The third book in the Port of Lost Souls series, and the spookiest one yet: come explore the forgotten halls … Continue reading The Seabourne Legacy is finally here!
Author: cordeliakelly
The Map Shop is Open!
I’ve had a new venture quietly brewing behind the scenes, and I’m thrilled to finally share it with you! While it’s not a new book release (though several are on the way), it is delightfully book-adjacent: I’ve been creating fantasy-style maps of Canada’s provinces — and they’re now available through The Little Canadian Map Shop. … Continue reading The Map Shop is Open!
Book Release Day! The Carnival of Fools Is Out Now
Under the Big Top, Something Wicked Waits Release Day: THE CARNIVAL OF FOOLS by Cordelia KellyMay 27, 2025 Today’s the day! I’m beyond excited to announce the release of my newest YA dark fantasy novel, THE CARNIVAL OF FOOLS—a story filled with eerie magic, dangerous secrets, and the fierce loyalty of found family. What’s it … Continue reading Book Release Day! The Carnival of Fools Is Out Now
The Sibyl and the Thief: Critical Darling!
The Sibyl and the Thief has not only received a glowing review from Publisher's Weekly, it has received the "Editor's Pick" designation. You can't get any better than that! I received my review through BookLife, which is Publisher's Weekly indie branch. This review actually brought tears to my eyes—as an author, you sometimes wonder what … Continue reading The Sibyl and the Thief: Critical Darling!
Hotel Lunata
Every Halloween I like to release one of my scary short stories, so this year my offering to you is Hotel Lunata. I was inspired by the charming facade of a hotel in Playa del Carmen. Everything about the place was appealing and pretty, and if you wandered past the front desk, you would find … Continue reading Hotel Lunata
The Well of Souls vs. Frankenstein
Frankenstein is one of my all-time favourite horror novels. I have re-read it so many times through the years, and every time I take away something a little bit different. This latest reread had me thinking in a new direction: what it has in common with my novel The Well of Souls. If you've read … Continue reading The Well of Souls vs. Frankenstein
Haunted House Books
Over the past year, I have been on a haunted house kick. The reason? I've been writing a haunted house book! The third book in the Port of Lost Souls series is set in a turn-of-the-century mansion, and paranormal activity is off the charts. In every book in the series, my cast of misfit teens … Continue reading Haunted House Books