Simone Sumner-Author

My stories — the ones born from shadows, heartbreak, and fire — are finally in the hands of publishers. It’s terrifying to let them go, but maybe that’s what trust looks like in this part of the journey. Every page I’ve written has a piece of me in it… raw, bruised, and still fighting.
I’m especially thankful for a friend who refused to let me keep doubting myself — the one who kept pushing me to send these stories out into the world when I was ready to hide them away. Sometimes it takes someone else believing in your words to remind you why you wrote them in the first place.
Here’s to hoping they find a home. 🖤

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Short yet dark and depraved. An enthralling dark stalker novella that drew me in from the start. Thoroughly enjoyable; my only complaint is that I wish it were longer!

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This book was DARK, delicious, twisted, and so freaking addictive I couldn’t put it down. Fallon’s one little tweet spirals into this game of shadows and obsession that had me on the edge of my seat the whole time.
The masked stranger??? LORD HELP ME. The way he watches her, follows her, teases her—it should be terrifying but instead it’s HOT AS HELL. The tension had me squirming, the push-pull between fear and desire was perfection, and every single scene felt like my heart was racing out of my chest.
Fallon’s vulnerability mixed with her curiosity made it so easy to fall into her perspective—I was right there with her, craving every glimpse of him, every dangerous step closer. The way the fantasy blurred with reality??? OBSESSED.
Simone’s writing is sharp, intoxicating, and laced with that perfect mix of erotic tension and thriller vibes. It’s obsession, it’s surrender, it’s dark romance at its absolute best.

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WILD. DARK. HOT. I couldn’t look away
This book is like Halloween candy laced with danger — you know you probably shouldn’t indulge, but once you start, it’s impossible to stop. Fallon’s innocent tweet sets off a chain of events that’s sexy, suspenseful, and totally addictive. And the masked stranger? Pure dark fantasy material.
I’d give it a solid 3.75 stars — super entertaining and fast-paced, with just enough bite. There were a couple of moments I wished for a bit more insight and depth into the characters’ motivations, but honestly? I was too busy enjoying the ride to care much. The atmosphere was perfect for a spooky, seductive read.
If you’re into taboo vibes, tension-filled chase scenes, and stories that blur the line between fear and desire. is exactly what it promises — a dangerously fun read. 🖤👀🎃

🎃📚 Come see me TODAY at The Reading Rabbit Bookshop in Azle, TX!
🕑 2–4 PM for a book signing of Trust Fall and Caged by Him—and I’ll also have my 3 newest Halloween books ready for you!
Bring your copies, grab some romantic or mysterious reads, and let’s chat all things books, romance, and Halloween fun! 🖤✨

✨ I may have found my narrators for the book that’s becoming an audiobook... 👀🎧

I can’t wait to share who’ll be bringing these characters to life.

Drop a GIF to show me how excited you are for the announcement! 🔥💭

🎧 BIG NEWS! One of my books is coming to audio—and you will not believe which one 😱📚
I’ve been dying to share this with you, and the time is not too far into the future! Get ready to hear your favorite characters like never before 👀🔥

Stay tuned… I’ll be dropping all the juicy details soon! 👂💬

They say you’re not a real author until you’ve got actual one-star reviews from unhappy readers… well, congrats to me, I just leveled up! 😂✨
Speaking of dark romance… (as well as the other 2 books, When the Jay Calls and Falling Over You) comes out on Amazon Oct 1 and is available for preorder now. Get ready to fall for a dangerously irresistible masked man

https://beventi.co/orderform/nody56qtc2

This song is hitting me right in the feels—especially while I’m writing the MMC for my current book.
https://open.spotify.com/track/2rjj1RRQFgbBx7NUBZwEVq?si=4152ec71c29940be

I'll Find You in Every Life Manifested Dreams · I'll Find You in Every Life · Song · 2025

🎃 Halloween Book Update 📚
I’m deep in line edits for all my Halloween releases—and let me tell you, editing your own book is a special kind of challenge when you’ve read it more times than you can count. I can practically tell you what happens in every chapter without even opening the book! 😅
The ARCs are in readers’ hands, and the early feedback has been amazing—some reviews are already live on Goodreads and they’re glowing! ✨
All books will be ready for print on October 1, just in time for the spooky season. I can’t wait for you to hold them, read them, and celebrate Halloween with these stories.

🎃📚 OKAY, READERS… it’s spooky season, and I need your honest opinion:
Are you reaching for the dark & smutty side of Halloween OR the flirty, sarcastic rom-com vibe?
🖤 Do you want morally gray monsters, forbidden kisses, and scenes that are as spicy as hellfire?
OR
🧡 Do you want quirky witches, sarcastic banter, pumpkin spice chaos, and slow-burn tension wrapped in a cozy blanket?
ORRRR… are you like me and want it ALL?
Give me the spice, the snark, the spells, the tension—I’m greedy and it’s Halloween. 👻
👇 Drop your vibe in the comments:
🖤 = Dark Romance / Smutty Halloween
🧡 = Rom-Com / Flirty Banter
🎃 = BOTH. Gimme. Everything.

Wow… I’m blown away.
So many of you have already preordered, and I can’t even put into words how grateful I am that you’re taking a chance on a first-year indie author. 🖤 Your support means everything.
📅 I’ve extended my preorder deadline to September 5th so you’ve got more time to snag your copy!
💌 And don’t forget—I’ll also have Blind Date With a Book at my table (only 6 available!). You can preorder those too, and I’ll send you the “labels” so you can choose your mystery match.
For anyone new here: I write dark trauma romance (think dark romance with a little—or a lot—of trauma woven in) and I also write rom-com novellas packed with banter and sarcasm… because let’s be real, that’s basically my personality on the page. 😂
🎁 As a special thank you, everyone who preorders will get to spin a prize wheel at my table for a chance at extra swag with your purchase!
Don’t worry if you don’t preorder—I’m stocking up on plenty of extra books to have at the event. And if you can’t find me, just look for H M DuVal - Author—we’ll be sharing a table this year!
📖 Here’s the preorder link: https://beventi.co/orderform/nody56qtc2
Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for making this debut year as a signing author unforgettable. 🖤

The Traveling Bookshelf Author Event brings together authors and readers in a fun, stress-free environment. Meet the authors you love and discover your next favorite read. Featuring more than 60 authors, The Traveling Bookshelf is excited to be at the Grand Prairie Event & Convention Center in EpicCentral. There are dozens of restaurants and entertainment options within a 5 minute drive, many within walking distance.
Tickets are sold separately by entry time session.
Session 1: 9:00am-noon
Session 2: 2:00pm-5:00pm
All attendees will receive a Traveling Bookshelf tote and signing card suitable for framing. Tickets are non-refundable but may be transferred to another attendee once when all tickets have been sold.
LOCATION
Grand Prairie Events & Convention Center at Epic Central
2925 S State Hwy 161, Grand Prairie, TX 75052
DATE & TIME
October 4, 2025
Session 1: 9:00am-noon
Session 2: 2:00-5:00pm
Attending Author -- as Simone Sumner
Dark trauma romance + one flirty rom com novella
💌 Preorders close August 23rd!
Order here ➡️ Beventi: https://beventi.co/orderform/nody56qtc2
Most of my books are preorder exclusive and currently discounted until August 23rd.
After that, they’ll be full price at the event—so grab yours early and save!

🚨 Alert! Saint and the Sinner is FREE! 🚨
Starting TODAY through August 1, you can download your copy of Saint and the Sinner completely FREE on Kindle! 🎉
If you love banter and enemies-to-lovers tension… this one's for you. 👀
📚 Grab it now and thank me later: https://a.co/d/77zk9yR
🎁 P.S. Leave a review and join my giveaway (details in my FB group Simone's Little Birds)!
Don’t miss it—FREE until August 1 only!
I also have it available in Beventi for preorders and will only have a select few at my table in October.

Saint and The Sinner Some promotions may be combined; others are not eligible to be combined with other offers. For details, please see the Terms & Conditions associated with these promotions.