A headshot of A.P. Hawkins with trees in the background

Welcome!

I am a speculative fiction author and editor based in Houston, Texas. I discovered my love for writing at a young age, when I spent weekends penning Lord of the Rings fanfiction into spiral notebooks. But it wasn’t until after earning a Master’s degree in plant community ecology that I decided I wanted to turn my love of writing fiction into a career.

I’m a huge fan of all things science fiction and fantasy, and love to blend my favorite aspects of the two genres in my own work (there’s more overlap than you might think!). When exploring my writing, expect to find mysterious ancient ruins, magical technology, and genetic engineering giving rise to different humanoid species. Don’t be surprised if you find some space travel and broadswords along the way!

While you’re here, check out some of my published works, learn about some of my current projects, and head over to my news page for information about upcoming publications, writing progress, or updates about my life. You can also find me on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, or Pinterest at the links below.

Tomeworks Editing

I’m a co-founder of Tomeworks, a collective of genre fiction editors who are passionate about helping authors build better books. Curious about my editing experience? Or are you a fellow author who’s looking for an editor? Click here to learn more.