Maya is a writer and creative based in Los Angeles. She's currently working on a spooky novel and co-hosts a horror fiction podcast called This Might Sound Strange.
Sep 23, 2026
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4 min read
A novel update, an Old Hollywood film review, and why cool and cringe don't exist.
Sep 16, 2026
7 min read
A terrifying novel about tradwife culture, career advice for weird girls, and celebrating one year of big changes.
Sep 9, 2026
6 min read
Finally watching The Shining, visiting the hotel that inspired it, and sharing a book haul from my recent travels.
Sep 2, 2026
5 min read
A haunted house novel with a twist, YouTuber Emilia Fart's impact, and why weird girls like Dolly Parton never die.
Aug 26, 2026
Early morning title ideas, a recent influx of haters, and the clumsy beetles thriving in LA right now.
Aug 19, 2026
A story about a witch and the devil, my favorite film of the year, and how creative inspiration never ends.
Aug 12, 2026
Behind-the-scenes of novel editing, the loneliness of starting over, and why not fitting neatly into boxes is a gift.
Aug 5, 2026
The website that raised a generation, my tarot origin story, and why your bedroom is beautiful.
Jul 29, 2026
A time loop horror novel, my Mad Men rewatch, and why you can still slay during liminal times.
Jul 22, 2026
An exciting announcement, an event for one of my favorite books this year, and what being a weird girl really means.
Jul 15, 2026
An ancient divination practice you can try today, an astrology update, and what I learned from a fig that landed in my lap.
Jul 8, 2026
12 min read
Her book that was 10 years in the making, going viral, and the power behind the word "girl."
Jul 1, 2026
An empowering short story collection, subversive fashion designers, and a letter from myself at 80 years old.
Jun 24, 2026
The bicon whose poetry advanced bisexual rights, podcast updates, and a lesson in trusting the process.
Jun 17, 2026
The bicon who made strides in sexuality research, reading The Flayed Man, and dissecting Mad Men through a horror lens.
Jun 10, 2026
The bicon who helped put the "B" in LGBTQ+, reading Heated Rivalry for the first time, and editing my spooky novel.
Jun 3, 2026
The bicon who created Pride, a weird and wonderful short story collection, and a message from nature.
May 27, 2026
The freakiest scene I've ever read in a horror novel, a birthday haul, and a look at a TV show I'm loving right now.
May 20, 2026
A book review, a recent serendipitous experience, and a look at why one of my favorite TV shows is more relevant than ever.
May 13, 2026
I want to celebrate you! Plus, books I've received and visiting the LA Art Book Fair.
May 6, 2026
Vampires on the Mexico-Texas border, a filthy yet heartwarming take on Frankenstein, and my first time going to Vidiots!
Apr 29, 2026
An update on what comes next, Old Hollywood films that inspired me, and a visit to the biggest book festival in the country.
Apr 22, 2026
Plus, announcing the creative project we've been cooking up together!
Apr 15, 2026
10 min read
Wrapping up my novel rough draft, diving into surreal art, and discussing Inauguration of the Pleasure Dome.
Apr 8, 2026
9 min read
The vampire story that started it all and rewatching Psycho for the first time in 8 years. And why lately... I just want to be left alone.
