I.V. Ophelia is a gothic fiction author best known for her Victorian vampire series, "The Poisoner." Born in small-town New England, she now resides in New York City, where she crafts dark, unconventional tales blending romance and horror. Her work is characterized by its unhinged narratives and gothic sensibilities, often drawing inspiration from nineteenth-century aesthetics.
Beyond writing, Ophelia is a multidisciplinary artist with a passion for antique collecting, particularly nineteenth-century gowns and furniture. Her eclectic interests extend to world travel and caring for her menagerie of pets, which further inform her richly detailed storytelling. Ophelia's distinctive voice and dedication to gothic subversion have established her as a unique presence in contemporary dark fantasy literature.