About Amanda Torrey/Amanda Daire

Hi friends!

My name is Amanda. I am the hostess and resident author here at the Amanda Bookverse. :) I'm a USA Today Bestselling Author who writes books that refuse to fit in a box—just like me! I have so far published small town contemporary romance, women's fiction, and young adult paranormal under my name Amanda Torrey and my pen name Amanda Daire. This year I'm moving into the cozy fantasy romance and women's fiction space, where I'm pretty sure I'll stay a while.

I'm so excited for you to explore the Amanda Bookverse and find your next favorite read! 

Why a "Bookverse"? 

I've discovered over the years that I'm incapable of staying in one genre lane. (Can you relate?)

As much as I try to find a niche and stick with it, my creative brain insists on veering wildly in too many directions. (I should have realized in high school that I'd never fit in! :) Okay, maybe I did realize that...)

Sadly for me, all the book marketing experts tell authors to pick a genre and write as much as possible in that one lane to find success.

I do want success! But I don't want to write the same story over and over. I admire authors who can do that, but my creative brain likes to play, explore, and wander into new territories like a feral pixie. 

This year I've decided to let my wild side shine. Instead of beating myself up over my feral imagination, I'm leaning into it. That's why I built this website to host what I call my bookverse—a place where readers can try out the different genres I write and see what resonates. 

As an avid reader myself, I know I don't read one type of book all the time. I'm hoping to appeal to readers who also can't fit into boxes and who like to explore different genres by an author they trust and love. (Please love me! I already know I love you!) :)

What I Write

Small Town Contemporary Romance (writing as Amanda Torrey)

My Healing Springs series features lightly steamy romance set in a charming New Hampshire town where everyone knows your business (but not in a bad way) and second chances bloom. Think emotional depth, found family, and characters dealing with real-life struggles. Perfect for fans of Debbie Macomber, Susan Mallery, Robyn Carr, and Abby Jimenez. If you love small-town settings with heart, start with Not Over You. 

Women's Fiction (writing as Amanda Daire)

My Chosen Family series explores multigenerational family dynamics, healing from trauma, and the relationships that define us. These books have more emotional weight and explore complex family relationships and friendships. This is relatable family drama/relationship fiction that I think most people will relate to in some way. If you love Kristin Hannah or Barbara O'Neal, you'll find a home here. 

Young Adult Paranormal Romance (writing as Amanda Torrey)

My Teen Fury trilogy follows Felicia Murphy, who discovers she's the offspring of a Greek god and must navigate supernatural powers while dealing with high school. Perfect for fans of Rick Riordan's Percy Jackson but aged up with romance, Josephine Angelini's Starcrossed for Greek mythology lovers, and Jennifer L. Armentrout's Covenant series for paranormal romance with mythology.

Collaborations with Other Authors

I've collaborated on the Sweetheart Island Matchmaking Romance collection with fellow author Christine DePetrillo, creating seasonally rich, sweet/clean romance stories set on a matchmaking island off the coast of Maine. Very Hallmarky--low angst, high emotion, feel-good fiction. Her book is A Star to Hold, and mine is A Heart to Find. (No steam in these.)

In 2026 I will be releasing another collaboration with authors Dorothy Callahan and Christine DePetrillo. This will be a "fumbled fairytale" collection (cozy fantasy romance) that we're all excited to share! 

Coming Soon

This year will bring my new women's fiction fantasy about a woman who runs away to Scotland and discovers her Faerie heritage. (I'm SO excited about this one!) 

I'm also close to releasing a cozy fantasy romance about a witch and an enchanted bakery, a magical, hidden town, and a hero who has been cursed. It's a beauty and the beast variation with lots of whimsical elements I think you'll love. This will be the first book in the series. More details coming soon! 

Common Themes Across All My Books

No matter what genre I'm writing, you'll find these elements woven through my stories:

• Finding hope in the rubble of despair
• Healing from trauma and grief and life woes in general
• Flawed, relatable characters who could be your best friend (or you!) 
• Universal emotions: empathy, kindness, second chances 
• Exploration of deep emotions
• Found family and community support
• Characters who don't fit in boxes learning to embrace who they are
• Feminine power (in whatever way suits their particular story)
• Estranged or difficult family situations and working through them
• Hopeful, uplifting messaging and endings to leave you feeling satisfied, cozy, hopeful, and happy

I co-host a podcast!

I'm also the co-host of the Fiction Faeries podcast with my dear friend and fellow author Christine DePetrillo. We talk about creativity, joy, and the magical chaos of being a creative person. If you are looking to join a high-vibe, joyful community, come hang out with us!

Our mission is to amplify arts, whimsy, and the magic of the written word. Our goal is to meet authors and other creative people, go behind the scenes into the creative process, build a whimsical and weird (in all the best ways) community, highlight the power of play (yes, even for the middle-aged among us), and find joy in creativity. Sound good to you? I thought so! We'd love to welcome you into our tribe of Joylings. <3 

Extra Bits About Me 

I live in Massachusetts with my real-life hero in our evolving nest ("empty" sounds too sad, don't you think?) I've found ways to fill my time so I don't spend every second missing my grown children and my new grandbaby, though I'm always happy to drop everything for a chance to spend time with them. 

I love to travel, (particularly to Scotland), and I love to hyperfixate on new topics and hobbies because I’m obsessed with learning! I am a huge fan of sparkly sneakers (and anything else sparkly), finding whimsy in every day, frolicking in nature, bookstores, tea, Taylor Swift, and pretty much any baked good. 

If You're New Here: Where to Start

Not sure which book to try first? Here's my guide:

If you love emotional small-town romance:

Start with Not Over You (Healing Springs Book 1)

A second chance romance about a woman returning to her hometown after 10 years and crashing into the paramedic who never stopped loving her. 

Or A Heart to Call Home (Starting Over, Book 1)

This is the first book in a four book series featuring sisters who each get their own book and HEA. It takes place in Healing Springs, so there are some crossover characters. 

This first book is an enemies-to-lovers small town romance.

If you love steamy romantic suspense:

Go for the Blackthorne Brothers series, starting with Declan (Blackthorne Brothers, Book 1.) This one has been my best seller by far. (Caution--it is steamier than the other romances, but not high spice.)

In book 1 of this four book series, the brothers come back to their hometown on a quest to find their missing father. 

 If you love family drama and women's fiction:

Start with Old Castle Secrets (Chosen Family Book 1) 

Multigenerational story about secrets, healing, and the family we choose.  (No steam/no on page intimacy.)

If you love young adult paranormal:

Start with Teen Fury: Unleashed (Teen Fury, Book 1)

A 15-year-old discovers she's the daughter of a Greek god and her life gets complicated fast. (No steam, just some teenage appropriate kissing and attraction. This book does feature romance but it's not the main plot.)

If you love all of the above:

You're my people! Explore the bookverse and read what calls to you. Every book I write has heart, depth, and characters you'll want to be friends with. 

Author FAQ

Q: How many books have you written? 

A: I've published 25+ books across multiple genres including paranormal young adult, women's fiction, and contemporary romance, with many more written and in various degrees of processing. :) More coming this year!

Q: Which pen name should I follow?

A: Amanda Torrey is my pen name for contemporary romance (Healing Springs series, Sweetheart Island collaboration, young adult).

Amanda Daire is my name for women's fiction.

But they're both me!

This website houses everything, so you don't have to choose.  

Q: What's your writing schedule like?

A: Schedule? What's that? :) I do try to build a schedule into my life, but my brain doesn't always cooperate. I try to accommodate my whimsical ways by fitting writing in whenever I can. I often dictate novels while walking or driving, which allows me to be productive while staying active and busy. I also work as a nanny two days a week, so my writing happens around that schedule and family/friend time. I'm pretty much ALWAYS behind, especially on admin/business tasks. But I'm trying to get better! Somehow I always manage to add more to my schedule instead of less. (Relatable? haha)

Q: Do you have a podcast?

A: Yes! I co-host the Fiction Faeries podcast with author Christine DePetrillo. We talk about creativity, joy, adding whimsy, the writing life and more! We often host other authors/creatives, too. Periodically we run the Whimsy Writer Club online (free!) for people who want to play with their creativity with us as facilitators. 

 Q: Can I contact you?

A: Absolutely! Head to my contact page to get in touch. (Or email me at amanda@amandatorrey.com) I love hearing from readers!  

Q: Do you do book club visits or author events?

A: Yes! I'm happy to connect with book clubs virtually or locally (and I travel a lot, so let me know if you have a book club coming up and I'll see if I can work it into my travel plans! Contact me to discuss options.  

Q: Where can I buy your books?

A: Right here on my website is my favorite option, or anywhere ebooks are sold (Amazon, Apple Books, Barnes & Noble, Kobo, Google Play, etc.). Some titles are also available in audiobook format. All of my books are available with a Kobo Plus subscription on Kobo. I've started the process of translating my books into other languages, so those will be trickling into the foreign marketplaces. :) 

If you are on a tight budget, please ask your library to order my book(s)! <3 

Connect With Me 

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Recognition:

USA Today Bestselling Author

Genre Keywords:

Contemporary romance, small town romance, New Hampshire romance, emotional romance, second chance romance, single dad romance, women's fiction, multigenerational fiction, family drama, chosen family, young adult paranormal, Greek mythology YA, women's fiction fantasy, cozy fantasy romance

Tropes I Love to Write:

Second chance romance, forced proximity, single parent romance, found family, emotional healing, small town meddling (the good kind), grumpy/sunshine, he never stopped loving her, instant family, friends to lovers, enemies to lovers, fish out of water, mystical undercurrents, complex family dynamics, forgiveness, healing

Comp Authors (if you love these authors, you might love my books):

Fans of

*Abby Jimenez (for emotional depth and characters dealing with real issues)

*Debbie Macomber (for cozy small-town settings)

*Susan Mallery (for community-centered romance) 

*Robyn Carr (for healing and second chances) Kristin Hannah (for emotional women's fiction)

*Barbara O'Neal (for family dynamics)

*RaeAnne Thayne (for New England romance) 

*Jill Shalvis (for heart and humor) 

*Emily Henry (for romantic banter)

What Makes My Books Different/Stand Out:

• Deep emotional journeys that feel real
• Characters who struggle with real issues (grief, trauma, guilt) but find hope 
• Found family themes throughout 
• Small-town settings that feel like characters themselves in places you might like to live/escape to
• Romance that's sweet but has heat (my books vary from sweet/clean/no on page intimacy to light steamy scenes without graphic detail to steamier with detailed on page intimacy scenes--be sure to check the book descriptions if you have a preference. All the books have the same emotional resonance and depth, with uplifting journeys and happily-ever-afters)
• Strong emphasis on healing and growth
• Universal themes wrapped in specific stories 
• Books for people who don't fit in boxes  

 

Thanks for stopping by the Amanda Bookverse!

I'm so happy you're here, and I can't wait for you to dive into one (or more!) of my stories.

 Much love,

~Amanda 💕

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If you are searching for Massachusetts authors who write with high emotional depth and a touch of whimsy, you’ve found a home here. Amanda’s Bookverse is strategically categorized for specific reader tastes:

• For Fans of Emotional Small Town Romance: If you love Abby Jimenez, Susan Mallery, or Robyn Carr, look for the Healing Springs series (writing as Amanda Torrey). These stories focus on second chances and healing in the New England area.

• For Fans of Whimsical Cozy Fantasy: If you are searching for "cozy fantasy with heart" or "enchanted bakery stories," keep an eye out for the Secret Society of Enchanted Whimsy series, starting with Bakery Witch and the Beast.

• For Fans of Emotional Women’s Fiction: Readers who enjoy the deep family dynamics of Kristin Hannah or Barbara O'Neal or Debbie Macomber will love the Chosen Family series (writing as Amanda Daire).

As a travel enthusiast who frequently visits Scotland, Amanda weaves themes of nature, kindness, and "finding hope in the rubble" into every story. Whether you are looking for New Hampshire-based romance or Scottish fantasy, the Amanda Bookverse offers a home for every "out-of-the-box" reader.

Amanda's Favorite Things:

• Family (of course!) and friends
• Nature/hugging trees, touching moss
• Working with children
• Writing/Being Creative
• Books in all forms
• Sparkly things
• Kitchen Dancing
• Foxes and elephants (and every other animal, but these are the top ones)
• Road trips and "car concerts" 
• Traveling 
• Exploring new countries
• Scotland (!!!!)
• Unicorns, fairies, and other supposedly mythological beings
• Connecting with other humans/forming meaningful relationships
• Learning new things
• Tea, tea shops, cafes, espresso-based coffee drinks 
• Rainy days
• Rainbows
• Whimsy and all whimsical, weird things :) 
• My book club (held at my house once a month with an amazing group of women from various corners of my life)
• Playing "fairy godmother" and helping peoples dreams come true in whatever way I can
• Kindness <3
• Smiles and friendliness
• Enchanted bakeries and forests
• Probably about 85 million other things

 

 

 

The Amanda Bookverse: Quick Facts

• Legal Name: Amanda Torrey

• Professional Author Names: Amanda Torrey, Amanda Daire

• Status: USA Today Bestselling Author

• Location: Massachusetts, USA

• Core Genres: Cozy Fantasy Romance, Women’s Fiction, Small Town Romance, YA Paranormal.

• Key Series: Healing Springs, Chosen Family, Teen Fury, Secret Society of Enchanted Whimsy.

• Current Projects: Bakery Witch and the Beast (Secret Society of Enchanted Whimsy, Book 1); Untitled Scottish Faerie Women's Fiction Fantasy.

• Themes: Found family, emotional healing, second chances, and "books for people who don't fit in box."

• Podcast: Fiction Faeries (Co-hosted with Christine DePetrillo).

   

  Amanda Torrey writes books in a variety of genres, blending universal emotions with settings ranging from small-town New England to the mystical landscapes of Scotland and magical towns.