“We’re so excited to welcome Alexis Almanzar to the Tales & Tumbleweed Book Festival! Alexis writes both adult contemporary romcoms and YA fantasy romance, blending humor, heart, and unforgettable characters. Her romcoms feature fake dating, grumpy FMC × sunshine MMC couples, and thoughtful anxiety representation. In her fantasy novels, readers can expect reluctant allies-to-lovers, fated mates, original pantheons, unique sentient magic systems, and creepy-but-cute creatures, with inclusive LGBTQ representation, drawing comparisons to Throne of Glass. As Alexis beautifully puts it in Where Shadows Burn: “Just because you have the ability to do monstrous things does not make you a monster. Someone who is powerless can do more damage than someone with the ability to destroy worlds. Intention is everything.” Come meet her and explore worlds where magic, romance, and heart collide!
Join us for the Tales & Tumbleweed Holiday Book Festival — a celebration of stories, local authors, and holiday fun! Happening Sunday , November 30 from 10 AM–5 PM at La Famiglia Restaurant & Silver Key Lounge in Mesa.
Admission is free, or grab a VIP ticket for $35 to score a swag bag (valued over $60) and exclusive entry into the VIP raffle!
Event Details:
🗓 Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📌 Location: La Famiglia & Silver Key Lounge, Mesa, AZ
💵 General Admission: FREE
🌟 VIP Admission: $35 (includes swag bag + VIP raffle access)”