In this exclusive author spotlight interview, debut fantasy author Kyle Scarlett takes us inside Dawn of Crimson, an ambitious, character-driven epic that blends sweeping worldbuilding with emotional depth. Set in the richly imagined realm of Aerturiel, the novel explores power, corruption, and the inner battles of expectation, doubt, and identity. Scarlett opens up about how years of crafting Dungeons & Dragons campaigns shaped his storytelling, why themes like toxic masculinity and imposter syndrome matter in fantasy, and how history itself bleeds into every corner of his world. A gripping tale of survival, sacrifice, and legacy, Dawn of Crimson is a must-read for fans of immersive fantasy that challenges both its heroes and its readers with equal intensity.