About the Author

About Melissa Barker-Simpson

Multigenre romance author, including urban fantasy, science fiction, and romantic suspense.

Melissa Barker-Simpson is a British Sign Language Interpreter by day and an Author… all the time! As an interpreter, she spends a good chunk of time working on a remote platform, which is pretty cool, not least because she gets to scribble furiously between calls. She likes to say she was born holding a pen, but then Orion Reece (who she will never admit is her favourite character) isn’t the only one with a flair for the dramatic.

Author portrait of Melissa Barker-Simpson

The Story Behind the Stories

Melissa writes character-driven tales centred on loyalty, found family, and the cost of doing what’s right when the odds are impossible. Expect slow-burn romance, sharp banter, and the satisfaction of watching a team become a family.

Universes & Reading Paths

The Fractured is an umbrella series. Within it you’ll find The Collective Series (ensemble fantasy with angels, witches, elves, and changelings), Labno & Carter — an investigative duo set in the same world. Additionally, Worlds Apart is a speculative science fiction series, and Morgan & Fairchild is romantic suspense following the adventures of a close protection unit.

Connect with Melissa

If you would like to connect with Melissa, you can do so in a number of ways. Join her readers at Mel’s Monthly Menagerie, a newsletter peppered with updates, exclusive content, giveaways and more. You can also say hello on Facebook or Instagram.

Ready to Enter the Realm?

If you enjoy fantasy, start with the Collective Series Bundle (Books 1–3) and save compared to buying individually.