Marshall Ryan Maresca

State: Texas

Born in upstate New York, Marshall Ryan Maresca now lives in Austin, Texas, where he has solidified himself as a leading light in urban fantasy. Best known for the Maradaine universe—an interconnected set of series set within a vibrant fantasy city—he delivers engaging mysteries, political intrigue, and compelling character-driven plots. His works like The Thorn of Dentonhill and A Murder of Mages combine detective-style storytelling with magical systems. Maresca is also active in the worldbuilding community as a co-host of the Hugo-finalist podcast Worldbuilding for Masochists, and he brings a professional media-ready presence to conventions and interviews. His blend of urban fantasy, mystery, and epic plotting positions him among Austin’s most influential imaginative writers.

Genres: Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery

Audiences: Adult