Diane Billas (she/her) queer YA author
@dianebillas.bsky.social
YA author of queer books
DOES LOVE ALWAYS WIN? (2023)🌈 and SUPERFICIAL (2024) 🦸♀️
Musician, traveler, reader
Pan/Demi
Philly based
linktr.ee/dianebillas
DOES LOVE ALWAYS WIN? (2023)🌈 and SUPERFICIAL (2024) 🦸♀️
Musician, traveler, reader
Pan/Demi
Philly based
linktr.ee/dianebillas
Voting for the Indie Ink Awards opens today until the end of the month! My YA superhero book SUPERFICIAL is nominated in ten categories, found in the picture below. Indiestorygeek dot com is where you can vote, and each category is alphabetical so you can easily find my book. Thank you so much!!
December 15, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Voting for the Indie Ink Awards opens today until the end of the month! My YA superhero book SUPERFICIAL is nominated in ten categories, found in the picture below. Indiestorygeek dot com is where you can vote, and each category is alphabetical so you can easily find my book. Thank you so much!!
I’m excited to share @kristinawkelly.bsky.social’s
cover for the second book in the Tales of Trelvania series, TEA TALE! I was lucky enough to be a beta reader for this sapphic fantasy romance and I fell in love with it right from the start. It has all the cozy winter feels, out February 10!
cover for the second book in the Tales of Trelvania series, TEA TALE! I was lucky enough to be a beta reader for this sapphic fantasy romance and I fell in love with it right from the start. It has all the cozy winter feels, out February 10!
December 4, 2025 at 6:34 PM
I’m excited to share @kristinawkelly.bsky.social’s
cover for the second book in the Tales of Trelvania series, TEA TALE! I was lucky enough to be a beta reader for this sapphic fantasy romance and I fell in love with it right from the start. It has all the cozy winter feels, out February 10!
cover for the second book in the Tales of Trelvania series, TEA TALE! I was lucky enough to be a beta reader for this sapphic fantasy romance and I fell in love with it right from the start. It has all the cozy winter feels, out February 10!
Happy Publication Day to The Crone of Lights End by
@mariahstillbrook.bsky.social! This is the final book in the Erwain YA fantasy trilogy. It's one of my favorite fantasy series and I can't wait to read them again. Congrats, Mariah! 🎉
@mariahstillbrook.bsky.social! This is the final book in the Erwain YA fantasy trilogy. It's one of my favorite fantasy series and I can't wait to read them again. Congrats, Mariah! 🎉
November 18, 2025 at 12:46 PM
Happy Publication Day to The Crone of Lights End by
@mariahstillbrook.bsky.social! This is the final book in the Erwain YA fantasy trilogy. It's one of my favorite fantasy series and I can't wait to read them again. Congrats, Mariah! 🎉
@mariahstillbrook.bsky.social! This is the final book in the Erwain YA fantasy trilogy. It's one of my favorite fantasy series and I can't wait to read them again. Congrats, Mariah! 🎉
Time for my October reading wrap-up! It was a great month of spooky reads and I was able to get to some books I've been meaning to read!
November 14, 2025 at 1:58 PM
Time for my October reading wrap-up! It was a great month of spooky reads and I was able to get to some books I've been meaning to read!
Today's the day! JINGLE THESE BELLS anthology is out! This is a spicy romance adult holiday anthology featuring all kinds of pairings, focused around jingle bells and I have a story in it! There is even a jingle bell spice rating depending on the level you are looking for.
November 11, 2025 at 12:21 PM
Today's the day! JINGLE THESE BELLS anthology is out! This is a spicy romance adult holiday anthology featuring all kinds of pairings, focused around jingle bells and I have a story in it! There is even a jingle bell spice rating depending on the level you are looking for.
Today is the last day to vote for the Indieverse Awards! My book SUPERFICIAL is up for:
Book Categories:
-Our Storytelling: LGBTQIA+ Representation
-I Feel Seen
-Chosen One I'm Glad Was Chosen
-What a Debacle
Social Categories:
-Newsletter I Love To Read
More info below!
Book Categories:
-Our Storytelling: LGBTQIA+ Representation
-I Feel Seen
-Chosen One I'm Glad Was Chosen
-What a Debacle
Social Categories:
-Newsletter I Love To Read
More info below!
November 10, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Today is the last day to vote for the Indieverse Awards! My book SUPERFICIAL is up for:
Book Categories:
-Our Storytelling: LGBTQIA+ Representation
-I Feel Seen
-Chosen One I'm Glad Was Chosen
-What a Debacle
Social Categories:
-Newsletter I Love To Read
More info below!
Book Categories:
-Our Storytelling: LGBTQIA+ Representation
-I Feel Seen
-Chosen One I'm Glad Was Chosen
-What a Debacle
Social Categories:
-Newsletter I Love To Read
More info below!
Voting is now open through November 11th for the Indieverse Awards! My YA superhero book SUPERFICIAL is up for awards in four categories and then I am up for an award. If you have a chance, I would be grateful if you could vote! The comments and my bio have more info!
November 7, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Voting is now open through November 11th for the Indieverse Awards! My YA superhero book SUPERFICIAL is up for awards in four categories and then I am up for an award. If you have a chance, I would be grateful if you could vote! The comments and my bio have more info!
QUEER NANCY DREW
17-yr-old Emmie has the coolest job at the indie bookstore with her sapphic crush, but when a patron dies during her mom’s book event, all eyes are turned towards her. She needs to get her life back & not get killed in the process.
#questpit #YA #Q #MY #LGBT #OWN
17-yr-old Emmie has the coolest job at the indie bookstore with her sapphic crush, but when a patron dies during her mom’s book event, all eyes are turned towards her. She needs to get her life back & not get killed in the process.
#questpit #YA #Q #MY #LGBT #OWN
November 5, 2025 at 7:02 PM
DEATH AT MORNING HOUSE x THE AGATHAS
17 yo Emmie has the coolest job at the indie bookstore with her crush, but when a patron dies during her mom’s book event, all eyes are turned towards her. She needs to get her life back & not get killed in the process.
#questpit #Q #YA #LGBT #OWN
17 yo Emmie has the coolest job at the indie bookstore with her crush, but when a patron dies during her mom’s book event, all eyes are turned towards her. She needs to get her life back & not get killed in the process.
#questpit #Q #YA #LGBT #OWN
November 5, 2025 at 1:00 PM
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!🎃👻
I used to think I wouldn't like horror or paranormal books, but then I found YA horror/paranormal and been devouring them, including books by @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social, @jessicalewisauthor.bsky.social, and @heyitschloespencer.bsky.social. Have a happy (yet safe) Halloween!
I used to think I wouldn't like horror or paranormal books, but then I found YA horror/paranormal and been devouring them, including books by @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social, @jessicalewisauthor.bsky.social, and @heyitschloespencer.bsky.social. Have a happy (yet safe) Halloween!
October 31, 2025 at 11:47 AM
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!🎃👻
I used to think I wouldn't like horror or paranormal books, but then I found YA horror/paranormal and been devouring them, including books by @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social, @jessicalewisauthor.bsky.social, and @heyitschloespencer.bsky.social. Have a happy (yet safe) Halloween!
I used to think I wouldn't like horror or paranormal books, but then I found YA horror/paranormal and been devouring them, including books by @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social, @jessicalewisauthor.bsky.social, and @heyitschloespencer.bsky.social. Have a happy (yet safe) Halloween!
QUEER NANCY DREW
Welcome to the Halloween party you'll never forget. It will make you question everything you've ever known. Did your sapphic crush, your boss, or your ex kill your arch nemesis? And who poisoned the chili? Oh, and don't forget your costume...
👻 #Ghostpit #YA #Q #MY #LGBT #OWN
Welcome to the Halloween party you'll never forget. It will make you question everything you've ever known. Did your sapphic crush, your boss, or your ex kill your arch nemesis? And who poisoned the chili? Oh, and don't forget your costume...
👻 #Ghostpit #YA #Q #MY #LGBT #OWN
October 30, 2025 at 4:03 PM
QUEER NANCY DREW
17-yr-old Emmie has the coolest job ever at the indie bookstore with her crush, but when a patron dies during her mom’s book event, all eyes are turned towards her. She needs to get her life back & not get killed in the process. 👻 #Ghostpit #YA #Q #MY #LGBT #OWN
17-yr-old Emmie has the coolest job ever at the indie bookstore with her crush, but when a patron dies during her mom’s book event, all eyes are turned towards her. She needs to get her life back & not get killed in the process. 👻 #Ghostpit #YA #Q #MY #LGBT #OWN
October 30, 2025 at 4:00 AM
I'm so excited to share the cover for VANQUISHED, the final book in The Elder Tree Trilogy by @ericaroseeberhart.bsky.social. Isn't it gorgeous? I had the pleasure of reading this early and let me tell you, readers are in for a treat! And make sure you have tissues nearby. Out 1.20.26!
October 23, 2025 at 12:15 PM
I'm so excited to share the cover for VANQUISHED, the final book in The Elder Tree Trilogy by @ericaroseeberhart.bsky.social. Isn't it gorgeous? I had the pleasure of reading this early and let me tell you, readers are in for a treat! And make sure you have tissues nearby. Out 1.20.26!
I got to go on a date night this weekend because my parents watched the kiddo. It’s small nights out like this that help with the creative process. I ran some writing ideas last my partner and we just had a lovely time together.
October 20, 2025 at 1:53 PM
I got to go on a date night this weekend because my parents watched the kiddo. It’s small nights out like this that help with the creative process. I ran some writing ideas last my partner and we just had a lovely time together.
Happy birthday to one of my best author buddies @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social! Love you and your gorgeous books!
October 17, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Happy birthday to one of my best author buddies @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social! Love you and your gorgeous books!
I'll be at the Upper Dublin Public Library's (Fort Washington, PA) Local Author Expo on Saturday, November 8 from 1-3 pm signing and selling my books along with other 29 authors! This will be my last signing of the year. If you happen to be in the area stop by and say hi!
October 15, 2025 at 11:14 AM
I'll be at the Upper Dublin Public Library's (Fort Washington, PA) Local Author Expo on Saturday, November 8 from 1-3 pm signing and selling my books along with other 29 authors! This will be my last signing of the year. If you happen to be in the area stop by and say hi!
I’m Diane, a pan/demi author. I have two YA books out: a sapphic awakening romance DOES LOVE ALWAYS WIN? and a superhero novel SUPERFICIAL (pan/demi FMC)! I'm querying a sapphic murder mystery called THE FINAL CHAPTER and drafting an adult sapphic cruise-inspired rom-com. All my books are queer! 🌈
October 14, 2025 at 4:02 PM
I’m Diane, a pan/demi author. I have two YA books out: a sapphic awakening romance DOES LOVE ALWAYS WIN? and a superhero novel SUPERFICIAL (pan/demi FMC)! I'm querying a sapphic murder mystery called THE FINAL CHAPTER and drafting an adult sapphic cruise-inspired rom-com. All my books are queer! 🌈
I read some awesome books in September, including ones by @ericaroseeberhart.bsky.social, @writingwithreed.bsky.social, & @natalisimmonds.bsky.social. I also beta read manuscripts by @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social & @kristinawkelly.bsky.social that were so fun; I can't wait for them to get published!
October 7, 2025 at 11:38 AM
I read some awesome books in September, including ones by @ericaroseeberhart.bsky.social, @writingwithreed.bsky.social, & @natalisimmonds.bsky.social. I also beta read manuscripts by @mariahstillbrook.bsky.social & @kristinawkelly.bsky.social that were so fun; I can't wait for them to get published!
One year ago my queer YA superhero book SUPERFICIAL released! It's been a great year and it even won the Imadjinn 2025 Award for Best Young Adult Novel; they sent me a trophy! To celebrate, I'm sharing a behind the scenes look at why I wrote this book, link in the comments!
September 24, 2025 at 12:30 PM
One year ago my queer YA superhero book SUPERFICIAL released! It's been a great year and it even won the Imadjinn 2025 Award for Best Young Adult Novel; they sent me a trophy! To celebrate, I'm sharing a behind the scenes look at why I wrote this book, link in the comments!
Check the mail for your killer party invite! Poisoned chili will be served with a side of revenge. Don't forget to invite your sapphic crush, your boss, and your ex, all who might have killed your arch nemesis at your mom's book event. #unhingedpit #YA #Q #MY #LGBTQ #OWN
September 23, 2025 at 3:41 PM
Welcome to the Halloween party you'll never forget. It will make you question everything you've ever known. Did your sapphic crush, your boss, or your ex kill your arch nemesis? And who poisoned the chili? Oh, and don't forget your costume...
#unhingedpit #YA #Q #MY #LGBTQ #OWN
#unhingedpit #YA #Q #MY #LGBTQ #OWN
September 23, 2025 at 12:01 PM