Welcome Readers!
Erica Damon is a writer, equestrian, and artist living in Western Massachusetts. Her compulsively creative nature has led to a collection of ‘what ifs?’ and that sense of wonder weaves its way into her fiction.
She writes thriller and horror under her name, and equestrian romance under the pen name, Isla Ryder. Her goal is to sweep the reader into her world, keeping it grounded enough in reality that the reader doesn’t question a moment of the action.
This is what she loves helping other authors with, as she has discovered that she enjoys reading books in the early stages even more than published ones and helping writers to spin their stories into something riveting as a developmental editor.
If she’s not writing, she’s likely out riding horses while ideas swirl in the background.
Upcoming Events
I do several in-person events each year for book signings, here's what's coming up...
none scheduled for 2026 yet, but check back for updates!
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Upcoming Releases
Behind Barn Doors
12 short and sweet romances
First impressions, first kisses, and first loves.
Those are the best moments of any sweet romance. From sunset training sessions to harrowing adventures on horseback. Campfire cuddling to accidental confessions. This collection has something for everyone.
Coming February 6th
Bitter Sweet
A Love You to Death Short Story
Josephine is the woman to go to for jilted lovers. From lacing chocolates with laxatives to knowing where to hide a body, she has the skills.
But what happens when her latest mark knows her game?
Coming January 30th








































































