“My name is Aryle Lynn, and I am an Army Veteran who has always loved reading. Growing up I was a theater kid who loved portraying characters and the minute details of their lives. As an adult, when life gets in the way, I turn to acting out the characters I love, from books I love, on social media. One of my favorite things about social media, creating content, and telling stories, is the beautiful dresses and costumes I get to wear. I will be the first person to admit I have an addiction to gorgeous dresses and hardback books!
One of my favorite authors is Suzanne Collins and my favorite genres of books are romance, fantasy, and fantasy romance. Some things I love in books are characters that feel real, like I could pass by them on the street and see the struggle and journey they are going through. I love being whisked into a world where I can go on any number of adventures. I started my social media journey in February of 2022, and I am so incredibly honored to be chosen as an influencer for the Sinner’s and Stardust ball. I cannot wait to see the venue, and share the journey with you every step of the way.”
Meet Aryle!
Instagram & TikTok: @AryleLynn
“Hello, fellow sinner. My name is Aspen and I am a bookstagrammer in love with all things dark, spicy, and romantic. Aesthetic flat lays, relatable reels, and the occasional sprinkle of a bookish cosplay or two are some of my favorite ways to create content for our community. Asking me to pick a favorite book is like asking someone to pick a favorite child, so instead I'll share some of my favorite indie authors: Marlow Locker, Ember Nicole, Lyra Blake, Penelope Douglas, C.L. Menegon, Nicole Fiorina, and honestly so many more. After experiencing a devastating house fire in early 2022, I turned to books as an escape and found that and so much more in this community: inspiration, support, and connection. Bookstagram is the found family I didn't know that I was searching for. I am so glad I took the leap and was welcomed with open arms. I cannot begin to express how thrilled I am to be selected as a Sinners and Stardust 2024 influencer. My fellow dark romance lovers, let's make some memories xx”
Meet Aspen!
Instagram & TikTok: @booksandblackshirts
“I’m 25 years old, live in New Hampshire with my husband and two dogs Boston and Luna! When I’m not at work or in nursing school you can find me reading a book (on my kindle because, kindle girlie for life). I love dark romance, romantasy and most of my favorite stories have trigger warnings😈👀. Some of my favorite Authors are Raven Kennedy, Jescie Hall, Emily Mcintire and HD Carlton!
I’ve met some of my best friends on bookstagram from right in my state, to completely different countries!! This community means more to me than you could imagine.”
Meet Bryn!
Instagram: @littlemisskindle
Meet Chels!
“Hi! I'm Chels, and I am an avid lover of all things romance! Dark romance, fantasy romance, romcoms, contemporary...if it's got romance, you bet your boots that I am probably going to love it! I don't even know if I can pick a favorite book or series because my chaotic mood is so all over the place that I pretty much love every book I get my hands on! Fantasy romance is definitely my favorite of all of the romance genres, because who doesn't love spice mixed with magic AND dragons? I mean...come on! There are so many wonderful authors that I can't wait to meet, I don't even think I can pick my top 5 because I just KNOW they're all going to be incredible!
I have loved every second of being on booktok, and am just now starting to branch into the Bookstagram side of things, so I'm pretty pumped about that journey! Through reading, I have made some wonderful friends who live all over the freaking country, and I've even started writing my own series of standalones! It's been wild, but I am so freaking excited to be part of this event and get to meet all of you lovelies!! Plus, I am already researching the perfect gown to wear and deciding what color hair I will have--chaotic not only in my reading, but also with my life choices ha! SO FREAKING PUMPED FOR THIS! <3”
Instagram & TikTok: thebookishlifeofchels
Meet Coco!
“Hi! I'm Coco, I live in the PNW & have a severe addiction to morally grey fictional men. I started my Bookstagram journey a little over a year ago when I felt like I was lacking a passion & dove head first into reading. I love to make people laugh & feel accepted for reading ANY kind of books they love, oh & I also love to twerk 💃🏻 My favorite genre is Dark Romance & one of my all time favorite authors, Ruby Medjo, will be attending Sinners & Stardust & I AM SO EXCITED to see her & all the other amazing authors. Some of my all time favorite books are That Sik Luv by Jessie Hall, The Sacrifice by Shantel Tessier & Unhinged Cain by Brooklyn Cross & The Game by Ruby Medjo. I am beyond thrilled to be an influencer for Sinners & Stardust & I can't wait to see all of you beautiful people there! 🖤”
Instagram & TikTok: @bootynthebooks
Meet Erica!
“I first discovered dark romance via BookTok and was blown away at how welcoming the community was. I have found healing and empowerment through the dark romance genre, and am incredibly grateful for the authors who write in this difficult genre. I will defend this genre until I die. Some favorite dark romance authors of mine include: S. T. Abby, H. D. Carlton, Emily Mcintire, Tillie Cole, Delaney Foster and Naomi Loud.”
Instagram: @_ericasbookshelf_
TikTok: @ericas_bookshelf
“Hey, everyone! I’m Holly, AKA randomvirgoreads, and I’m super excited to attend my first bookish ball! I am an avid smut connoisseur and love anything from fluffy to dark, depending on my mood at the time. It all started with the Black Dagger Brotherhood series over a decade ago. I took years off from reading, but Booktok brought me back! I’m now balls deep in Ice Planet Barbarians, Dramione fanfiction, and whatever else tickles my fancy. I came across Booktok a year and a half ago by chance, and have found so many new friends and book recommendations through it. It brought back my love of reading and I can’t wait to meet more people from the book community at this event next summer. Stay spicy, Sinners!”
Meet Holly!
Instagram & TikTok: @randomvirgoreads
Meet Jackie!
“Hey everyone, my name is Jackie, and I'm so excited to be an influencer for the first annual Sinners and Stardust event! My passion and journey back into the world of reading began in 2022 on the gorgeous banks of the upper Potomac while camping near Sharpsburg, MD. I'm a forever lover of fantasy and paranormal romance, and more recently, dark romance, with all of the delicious spice that these genres bring. A few of my favorite books/series include Of Ashes And Crowns, A Kingdom of Stars and Shadows, Between Wrath and Mercy, The Coven, Lord of Gold And Glory, and From Blood And Ash. I created a bookstagram account to connect with other readers and found that I absolutely loved sharing my experiences with bookish vendors and writing reviews. It really just went from there. Even now, I don't see myself as an influencer, but more as a reader who just loves to share what I love!”
Instagram: @ms._violetglikestoread TikTok: @ms.violetglikestoread
Influencers, we want you to join us for a weekend dedicated to everything dark and delicious.
Interested?