Rachel DeFriez is an award-winning author who blends horror, romance, and speculative fiction across multiple age categories. She is best known for her chilling zombie romance series "WALKING GREY," which includes "GREY MATTERS," "GREY KNIGHTS," and "GREY DAZE," as well as the YA horror novel "I AM KRONOS." Her works "7 SECONDS" and "RAVENS AND LAVENDER" have also garnered critical acclaim, with the latter winning a Recommended Read award in the 2021 League of Utah Writers Quills Contest.
DeFriez's writing spans genres, from adult fantasy romance to middle-grade urban fairy tales. Her middle-grade series "THE RATH HAVEN CHRONICLES," comprising "A SHADOW OF LIGHT," "OUT OF ANNWYN," and "THE ALCHEMIST'S COIN," showcases her versatility in crafting imaginative worlds. Her thrilling YA time travel novel earned a Recommended Read award in the 2022 League of Utah Writers Quills Contest, further cementing her reputation for compelling storytelling.
Beyond her writing career, DeFriez is a French professor and a devoted mother. Her love for birds, cats, coffee, tea, and fairy gardens reflects her eclectic personality, which often infuses her creative work with warmth and whimsy. With multiple accolades from the League of Utah Writers, she continues to captivate readers with her unique blend of dark and enchanting narratives.