Why Ruby Dixon reigns as the Queen of Monster Romantasy
A bold mix of dragons, mythology, and alien-infused romance
The beauty of romantasy lies in its limitless possibilities. It offers readers the fantasy and romance they crave, but the genre can—and often does—expand in ways beyond that. Perhaps what we love most is the unpredictable directions it can take us. So where do monsters and aliens fit into the genre? Do they belong? Many readers believe they do, while others disagree. It’s debatable. Is there enough fantasy? Is it sci-fi? One thing is undeniable: Ruby Dixon has certainly taken us on an unforgettable ride with her stories. Her books blur the lines by introducing aliens and creatures with strong mythological and fantasy-like elements, often set in a sci-fi world but sometimes through portals to other realms.
When it comes to monster romantasy, where non-human heroes take center stage, few authors have shaped the genre as profoundly as Dixon. With over 40 books, including alien, dragon, and now sea-ogre romances, she has transformed what was once a niche category into a phenomenon. Her bo…