Bernard, Margaret: - Margaret Bernard writes bold, dark fantasy tales, delving into shadowy realms where kick-ass heroines battle monstrous foes. Born and raised in the vibrant borough of Queens, New York, Margaret grew up at the crossroads of Afro-Cuban and Black Irish heritage, a rich cultural blend that fuels her storytelling with vivid worlds and diverse characters. When she's not writing her next fantasy trilogy, she's spinning narratives as a digital marketing professional or geeking out at Marvel movie premieres. Now based in sunny South Florida, Margaret shares her world with two creative daughters, a lovable furbaby, and a growing collection of Funko Pops.