Allyson Dahlin

About the Author

Allyson Dahlin is a visionary author whose imaginative storytelling blends the opulence of historical romance with the dystopian edge of speculative fiction. Drawing inspiration from iconic figures like Marie Antoinette, she crafts narratives that explore themes of love, power, and societal upheaval in unexpected settings. Her debut novel, Cake Eater: A YA Historical Romance Retelling of Marie Antoinette's Doomed Love in 3070, reimagines the ill-fated romance of the infamous queen in a futuristic world ravaged by environmental collapse and technological excess. With a keen eye for character-driven drama and lush, atmospheric prose, Dahlin invites readers to ponder the timeless allure of forbidden desire amid crumbling empires. A graduate of the University of Minnesota's creative writing program, she resides in Minneapolis, where she draws from the city's vibrant arts scene to fuel her writing. Dahlin's work has been praised for its bold fusion of eras, offering fresh perspectives on classic tales for a new generation of dreamers and rebels.