SCBookGal & Friends Chats with Leah Thomas

 

Leah Thomas is an independent fantasy author from Chicago, Illinois, and the creator of Athena, a psychological dark fantasy novel inspired by Black history, mythology, and strength.

Her writing journey began in 2019 with a vision to create stronger representations of Black heroes, powerful warrior women, and thriving civilizations beyond the familiar narratives of slavery and violence.

The tragic death of George Floyd and the events that followed in 2020 further fueled Leah’s passion for storytelling. While many took to the streets to protest, she chose to protest through her words, using storytelling to celebrate Black excellence, strength, love, and resilience.

Through Athena, Leah hopes to inspire readers to explore history, embrace their imaginations, and remember that heroes can look like them, too.

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Book Spotlight:

What if your mind betrayed you, and your worst nightmare was the only reality left?

Monica's schizophrenia has always distorted her perception of the world, but now, nothing is what it seems. After a terrifying dream that feels too real to ignore, she finds herself spiraling deeper into a world where hallucinations blend with reality. Her parents appear to be eating her body. Strange voices whisper, her name. And a mysterious figure named Adonis haunts her every thought.

As the boundaries between waking life and nightmare shatter, Monica must confront a chilling truth: the forces haunting her mind may not be just illusions. As the terrifying visions grow more vivid, she begins to question everything she knows about herself and whether she can trust anyone, even her own mind.

Trapped in a mental maze, Monica is running out of time. Will she unravel the truth before her mind consumes her completely?

Prepare for a heart-pounding journey into the depths of the mind, where the battle for sanity is as dangerous as the forces that seek to tear it apart. What is real when your mind is the most dangerous place of all?