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Chris Ross

Author • Illustrator • Web Designer • Lyricist – Crafting art that speaks across pages and soundwaves.

Explore worlds where fantasy meets reality, courage rises in the dark, and magic reveals itself in the everyday. From Lila & The Dark to Frost to Bloom, Chris Ross delivers stories that enchant, empower, and linger long after the final page.

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✨ What You’ll Find in My Stories:

  • Mystery & Magic: Urban fantasy adventures like Lila & The Dark reveal the hidden power within shadows and silence.
  • Resilience & Transformation: Emotional journeys like Frost to Bloom celebrate personal growth, healing, and the courage to begin again.
  • Timeless Themes: Each story blends introspection, wonder, and unforgettable characters with a voice that’s both grounded and imaginative.

📚 Highlights of My Work:

  • Lila & The Dark: An urban fantasy about immortality, courage, and the beauty hidden in darkness.
  • Frost to Bloom: A slow-burn romance filled with hope, change, and the quiet strength it takes to grow.
  • My Father’s Castle: Award-winning short story and top 10 finalist in the 2024 Thomas Dabney Mabry Creative Writing Contest.
  • 2025 Contest Finalist: Another story has already placed in this year’s competition—title to be revealed soon.

🎧 Beyond the Page:

  • Music & Audiobooks: Explore immersive soundtracks and voice-driven narratives that bring stories to life in new ways.
  • Design & Tutorials: With over 15 custom book covers created, I share my expertise in creative design, self-publishing, and indie author success.

What people are saying

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This is a quick and easy read. It is a cute story about a fear turning into a unique friendship.

— SB

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Your description of the location, personality of Harper, and statement of purpose pulled me into an unfolding story that I wanted to finish. Keep Going!

— AH

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That's amazing! Go for it!

— JC

Contact Me

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Featured Freebies

Free Chapter: Lila & The Dark

Step into the shadows with Lila as she uncovers the secrets of a forgotten world.

Music Sample: Back Alley Blues

"Back Alley Blues" is a haunting urban ballad that captures the raw emotions of city life. Through vivid imagery of dimly lit streets and lost voices, it weaves tales of hidden sorrow, resilience, and hope amidst despair. With soulful lyrics and a melancholic melody, it tells a story of humanity searching for light in the shadows.

Music Sample: Equilibrium

"Equilibrium" is an emotional anthem of resilience and hope. It explores the struggle against inner darkness and the fight to find light amidst chaos. With heartfelt lyrics, soaring melodies, and an intense guitar solo, the song delivers a powerful message of standing together, breaking free from despair, and holding onto hope through life’s hardest moments.

Short Story: Echoes in the Veil

A standalone tale of mystery and magic, offering a glimpse into the universe of City & Shadows.