Episode 440: Stacy Kellam talks Romantasy Books and Fantasy inspired costumes & photography

I stumbled across Stacy on Threads back in early 2025 when she posted about who she was hoping the algorithim would bring to her account. I followed Stacy for awhile and then realized "I bet she has an Instagram page" and followed her work there too. One of my favorite things about Stacy is that she wants to build and engage with those who do follow her on her platforms. I love that, and it's one of the things I enjoyed as I got to know her.

This episode is split in half! The first half we're talking about Fantasy and Romantasy books. Stacy talks about what she looks for in a book, and what she's drawn to in the Romantasy sphere. We cover a number of different books including Cruel Prince, A Court of Thorns and Roses, and more. Stacy's full list of recommended titles is at the bottom of the show notes including links to purchase!

The second half of the episode features Stacy talking about what she creates! From her fantasy inspired costumes to the photography that goes along with it - including great behind the scenes stories on some of her iconic shots from her instagram. Stacy gives us the inside scoop and I am absolutely here for it. We also talk about renaissance faires and fantasy balls, including Stacy's upcoming appearance at FrostFire Ball by Storybook Soirees (link in the notes for ticket info!)

Books that Stacy recommended are:

The Cruel Prince by Holly Black - https://amzn.to/3LkH4gd

A Court of Thorns and Roses series by Sarah J. Maas - https://amzn.to/4qNzFoG

Throne of Glass series by Sarah J. Maas - https://amzn.to/454cG0d

The Assassin's Blade novella by Sarah J. Maas - https://amzn.to/3LumYQH

The Rogue King by Abigail Owen - https://amzn.to/4svVQS5

Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros - https://amzn.to/4sz7UC1

Quicksilver by Callie Hart - https://amzn.to/4jxcX1C

You can find more info about FrostFire Ball at: https://www.storybooksoirees.com/frostfire-ball

You can find Stacy at:

https://www.instagram.com/stacylkellam/

https://www.threads.com/@stacylkellam

https://www.tiktok.com/@stacylkellam

https://linktr.ee/stacylkellam

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