Roz Maclaren

Teen Fiction with a Dark Twist

Did you know you can order signed books directly from me?

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There’s something special about a signed, personalised book, knowing the author has thought about you when they were autographing it. If I see you in person, at an event or book signing, I’ll be thrilled to sign a book for you. But did you know you can order a signed copy, directly from me?

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All you need to do is use the contact form. Just let me know:

  • how many you want
  • if you want them personalised or made out to a particular person
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Which books are available to order?

You can order signed copies of Venom and Blaze and Fable and Legend. City and Shadow will be out this summer and the paperback copy of January will be released soon too.

So, whether you’re wanting to treat yourself or gift one to a friend, just let me know.

What people are saying about January

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I’m always so pleased to see what readers think of the worlds and characters I create. It’s always interesting to see something so personal go out into the world for everyone to freely comment on. So I got a lovely surprise to read this amazing review today!

Okay, January by Roz MacLaren absolutely surprised me in the best way. I picked it up thinking I was getting a quirky fantasy with a dash of magic… and what I got was a whirlwind of mystery, danger, slow-burn connection, and the kind of chaotic magic that makes you feel like anything could happen.

From the moment January appeared on the page—with that wild, magical hair and secrets spilling out behind her—I knew she was going to stir up trouble. But it’s the kind of trouble I couldn’t get enough of. She’s stubborn, a little bit broken, and totally fascinating. There’s this haunted feel to her, like she’s trying to outrun more than just the people chasing her—and that hooked me fast.

Then there’s Leon. Oh, Leon. The reluctant hero who just wants to stay out of it but keeps getting dragged deeper. Their dynamic is so compelling—it’s not instant love or easy trust, it’s messy and earned, and I loved that. Watching him unravel her walls while being tangled in a magical mess he never asked for? Chef’s kiss.

The story has this almost surreal rhythm—like it exists half in our world and half in one that’s slipping out of control. Secrets come at you fast. The tension is thick. And when the truth about January’s identity started to crack through the surface, I felt that unraveling right along with her.

There’s something quietly emotional in how this book handles identity, trust, and survival. It’s not just about magic and bad guys (though those are very much present)—it’s about discovering who you are when the truth is dangerous.

If you like mysterious girls with powers they can’t control, morally gray protectors, and stories where you genuinely don’t know what’s coming next—I highly recommend January. I finished it feeling breathless and a little bit raw, and now I need more.

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January – coming soon in paperback!

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For those of you who like a physical book to read, I have some exciting news!

January is coming soon in paperback!

I’ve just spoken to my lovely publisher, Evernight Teen, who said that they’ll be working on it this week. So, hopefully, it won’t be long until the paperback version is ready to order!

January

Leon knows January is trouble. She has magical hair with a mind of its own – and powerful enemies on her trail. When they track her down, Leon is caught up in her fight to survive. But January’s past is unraveling – and it’s threatening to destroy everything. Is she ready for the truth about who she really is? And can she and Leon survive the fallout? 

The Kindle version is available to buy on Amazon now.

January is my first YA sci-fi novel, written and set in America (so you can expect American English!).

I’ll also be appearing at various book festivals throughout the year – and bringing January. More details to follow, but it would be lovely to see you there.

Venom and Blaze in the Top 100 Best Sellers in Teen & Young Adult Science Fiction & Dystopian Romance eBooks

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Venom and Blaze is currently at No. 55 in Amazon’s Top 100 Best Sellers in Teen & Young Adult Science Fiction & Dystopian Romance eBooks!

I think this is the first time any of my books have made it onto a list like this, so I’m very happy!

Venom and Blaze

Venom and Blaze is my debut novel and the first in my series, The Mirrordom Legends. Set in a world where everyone is born Good and unable to lie, steal or kill – but they all have a Mirror twin that can do all of that and more.

“During a time when unicorns roamed free and dragons cast shadows across the sun, the wise men and women of the land told stories of a troubled future. The legends whispered of a time when every baby born would be blonde, genial and entirely Good. But straight after it would emerge a baby with black hair, dark eyes – and an entirely different nature. They would be called Mirrors, and nobody would know from whence they came or what to do with them once they arrived.”

Venom wants a normal life where no one can tell her what to do, especially her father, King Viper.

Blaze wants to be free, after all, he has been imprisoned in a dungeon since he was a baby.

Thorn wants to get the girl, which is a shame, because the girl has other things on her mind.

At least one of them is going to be disappointed.

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Fable and Legend

Venom and Blaze‘s sequel came out in early 2025. Set in the same universe, it follows the story of Fable, one of my favourite characters and, so far, the only character in every single one of the books!

“The beast is out of the cage. And she thirsts for vengeance.”

In the world of Mirrordom, secrets lurk like shadows. For every child that’s born is entirely Good, unable to kill, steal or lie. But immediately after it appears a Mirror twin, capable of only bad things.

Fable, a Mirror girl with a twisted past, dares the impossible—to find her Good twin. Along the way, she meets Cobalt, a mind-reader with secrets of his own. As alliances shift and betrayal beckons, can Fable protect Cobalt from someone who wants to kill him? Or will the darkness consume them both?

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Omen and Myth

If you don’t want to leave the world of Mirrordom, but you’re tired of waiting for City and Shadow, check out Bewitched Blooms: A Fundraiser Anthology for Zoe. Every penny goes towards helping the family of Zoe, who sadly died from cancer.

I contributed a short story called Omen and Myth, set seventeen years after the events of Fable and Legend and featuring the baby twins, now all grown up! Might there be a cameo from Cobalt? You’ll just have to read it and find out.

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City and Shadow

I’m currently editing City and Shadow with the help of lovely editor, Angelique, and can’t wait for it to come out this year. After letting the book sit for the best part of three years, untouched, I was able to remind myself just how much I love these characters. City and Shadow is possibly my favourite book in the entire series – and it’s the only one not dual-POV, so we get to see the whole world through City’s eyes. She’s one of my favourite characters, never quite knowing what to do with herself or where she fits in. Does she speak her mind? Does she keep quiet to spare everyone else’s feelings? It’s very much the story of a girl forced out of her comfort zone and learning to take back control. I can’t wait to share it with you – and fervently hope it also makes it onto the Amazon Kindle bestseller list!

January release day!

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My first YA sci-fi novel is out today!

January, published with Evernight Teen, is a novel I wrote about four years ago. Here’s the blurb:

Leon knows January is trouble. She has magical hair with a mind of its own – and powerful enemies on her trail. When they track her down, Leon is caught up in her fight to survive. But January’s past is unraveling – and it’s threatening to destroy everything. Is she ready for the truth about who she really is? And can she and Leon survive the fallout? 

January is a short read – perfect for diving into over the weekend.

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For now, it’s available on Kindle with a paperback version coming soon!

What people are saying about Fable and Legend

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It’s been just over a month since Fable and Legend was released!

I’ve been so excited to read the reviews. It’s always much appreciated when readers take the time to put their thoughts out there.

One of my recent lovely reviews comes from Jess. Definitely give her a follow on Instagram if you’re on there – she’s a fantastic part of the Bookstagram community and her reviews are always carefully thought out and honest.

I also had another lovely five star review – from another lovely Bookstagrammer called Jess!

Another fantastic piece of work from Roz!

These stories are short enough to read in one sitting but long enough that you don’t miss a second of the story, a perfect escape into a world that’s close to our own but not quite

Fable escaped, she survived and all she wants is to find her missing piece. When a boy comes along with an offer that will go her find what she’s missing she cannot refuse….

A story of family, love, betrayal and heartbreak.

Ready for more Mirrordom?

I’ve contributed a short story called Omen and Myth to the Bewitched Blooms fundraiser anthology. Omen and Myth takes place sixteen years after the events of Fable and Legend and is a perfect, short continuation to that story. Even better, all the proceeds from the anthology goes towards helping a lady called Zoe and her family as she battles with stage four cancer.

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This anthology is the only way you’ll be able to access this short story – and [SPOILER ALERT] find out if Cobalt was able to redeem himself after the events of Fable and Legend.

Not read Fable and Legend yet? You can snag your copy from Amazon.

READ FABLE AND LEGEND

If you have read it, why not leave a review? I personally read and try to respond to every review that people take the time to write – and they’re all so much appreciated. You can leave a review on Amazon or Goodreads – or post to Bookstagram and Booktok and be sure to tag me so I can see it.

Grab my books at a bargain price

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The first two books in my series, The Mirrordom Legends, will be on sale for 7-10 March. You’ll be able to snag the Kindle versions of Venom and Blaze and Fable and Legend at .99p each.

You’ll also be able to check out a bunch of other amazing books, all on sale, during the Indie Visible Events Spring Spectacular.

SPRING SPECTACULAR

This is the first time Fable and Legend has ever been reduced, so now’s your chance to snag the book at a fantastic price.

Venom and Blaze

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Fable and Legend

Fable and Legend only came out on 28 January of this year. While it’s not a direct continuation from Venom and Blaze, it follows the journey of one of the characters as she tries to find her family. I have a very soft spot for Fable and Legend as it features my favourite male protagonist from the entire series.

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Ready for more Mirrordom?

Bewitched Blooms is a fundraiser anthology, coming out on 21 March and featuring a short story from me. My short story is called Omen and Myth and is a perfect continuation from Fable and Legend. Best of all, the fundraiser anthology is raising money for a friend of author, Briar Boleyn, as she battles cancer.

This book isn’t in the Spring Spectacular and is only going to be available on Amazon.

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Cover reveal for January!

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I’m delighted to announce that my first YA sci-fi novel, January, is coming out with Evernight Teen on 21 March!

January

Leon knows January is trouble. She has magical hair with a mind of its own – and powerful enemies on her trail. When they track her down, Leon is caught up in her fight to survive. But January’s past is catching up – and it might just destroy them both… 

January is a novel I wrote back in 2021. It was definitely inspired by the fact that my own hair just gets everywhere. I started thinking how useful it would be if my hair was semi-sentient or prehensile – and January was born!

January is a standalone contemporary sci-fi novel, perfect for fans of The Naturals by Jennifer Lynn Barnes and The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken. I’m so excited to share it with you!

The cover

One thing that attracted me to Evernight Teen was their gorgeous covers – so I was very excited to see what their creative artists came up with for January. I think the subject matter is quite hard to portray (a girl with sentient hair that has all kinds of abilities) and the team did a brilliant job of capturing how I envisaged January. I often described her hair has having an almost electrical quality about it, as if every strand is a live wire, and the cover absolutely nails that.

Are you ready for January?