Bathurst Writers' and Readers' Festival
Enter a darkly enchanting world of cursed royalty and dangerous devotion as debut romantasy author Lily Crozier discusses her standalone novel , Vow of Eternal Night.
Featuring a brooding vampire prince and the captive bride determined to break his curse — no matter the cost — this spellbinding novel reimagines a beloved fairytale with high-stakes romance, gothic atmosphere and irresistible tension.
In conversation with Megan White, Lily will explore the inspiration behind her reworking of a classic tale, the allure of cursed heroes and vampire lore, and the craft of balancing shadow, longing and slow-burn romance. Perfect for readers who love gothic settings, morally complex characters and romance with bite.
Megan White.
Megan White is a physiotherapist from rural NSW, Australia.
She a love of literature and a fascination with human anatomy fuels her work and is the subject of some slightly morbid works of art.
Megan studied with the Australian Writers’ Centre before going on to write the first book The Anatomy of Songs published by New Dawn.
Words on the Waves: The Dip
Spice up your Saturday afternoon with this foray into romantasy fiction, now a top 10 bestseller! In Vow of Eternal Night, we sink our fangs into a ‘deliciously wicked’ ‘Beauty and the Beast’ homage, penned by local Bookstagrammer star Lily Crozier. Hear more about the lovers, the world-building and mythology as well as Lily’s incredible pathway to online stardrom at this gripping session. Chalice of ruby red wine in hand, optional.
Celestial Events Book Signing and Merchandise Day
Join me at the Celestial Events Book Signing and Merchandise Day.
Two session times available. Please visit the Celestial Events booking page for all information about the day.
Dymocks & The Literary Gals Book Club - In conversation with Lily Crozier
Join us for a special literary afternoon as Dymocks teams up with the Litarary Gals Book Club
to celebrate the arrival of an unforgettable new voice in fiction.
We’re thrilled to welcome Lily Crozier as she introduces her haunting new novel, Vow of Eternal Night.
Inspired by Dracula and Carmilla, Crozier’s richly atmospheric debut Vow of Eternal Night reimagines Beauty and the Beast through a haunting, historical lens, exploring desire, darkness, and redemption while offering a fresh take on the tropes beloved by a new generation of fantasy readers.
Crozier brings a rare perspective as a reader, author, and marketing executive at Penguin Random House, offering an insider’s understanding of what fantasy fans crave and how the genre continues to evolve.
This exclusive event will feature an intimate conversation about the inspiration behind her work, and a Q&A session where guests can dive deeper into the shadows of her storytelling process. Book signings and photo opportunities will follow.
Please join us and have the opportunity to win a lucky door prize!
Refreshments included
Hornsby - Lily Crozier at Hornsby Central Library
Clara Wagner has always known that monsters are real, and that the worst of them is Prince Raleigh of Rostenburg. For years the prince has treated his people as livestock to sate his thirst for blood. But when he decides it’s time to marry, Clara inadvertently finds herself at the centre of his attention.
Abducted and forced into a betrothal against her will, Clara would do anything to escape her fate. And so she is given an ultimatum: lift Raleigh’s vampiric curse before the end of the year or become his bride for eternity.
Born in London into a family of book collectors, Lily Crozier has been a bookseller, BookToker and book publicist. Vow of Eternal Night is her first novel.
Thursday 9 April 2026 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (UTC+11)
Orange - Lily Crozier at Orange City Library
Discover this historical vampire romantasy novel that is deliciously wicked!
A gothic romantasy 'Beauty and the Beast' retelling about a vampire prince and the captive bride who will do anything to break his curse – for fans of Naomi Novik, Heather Fawcett and Howl’s Moving Castle.
Meet author Lily Crozier at Orange City Library on Thursday 2 April at 5.30pm when she launches her first book Vow of Eternal Night.
Clara Wagner has always known that monsters are real, and that the worst of them is Prince Raleigh of Rostenburg. For years the prince has treated his people as livestock to sate his thirst for blood. But when he decides it’s time to marry, Clara inadvertently finds herself at the centre of his attention.
Abducted and forced into a betrothal against her will, Clara would do anything to escape her fate. And so she is given an ultimatum: lift Raleigh’s vampiric curse before the end of the year or become his bride for eternity.
Vow of Eternal Night is a gothic, slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romantasy inspired by 'Beauty and the Beast' about the lengths people will go to for love, and the many faces monsters can wear.
About the author:
Lily Crozier has always surrounded herself with books. Born in London into a family of book collectors, she has been a bookseller, BookToker and book publicist. She has a Bachelor in Asia-Pacific Studies and a Master in Publishing and studied in Australia and Japan. When she isn’t reading, writing or talking about books, you can often find her playing video games or dreaming up stories about monstrous men.
She lives in Sydney with a book collection that’s too big for her apartment and can be found online as @lilycantstopreading. Vow of Eternal Night is her first novel.
Copies of Vow of Eternal Night will be available for sales and signings on the evening supported by Collins Booksellers, Orange.
Goulburn - Lily Crozier at Goulburn Mulwaree Library
Come and meet author, Lily Crozier, whose newly published book has been described as ‘a deliciously undead twist on a classic fairytale’. Inspired by Dracula and Carmilla, Crozier’s richly atmospheric debut, Vow of Eternal Night, reimagines Beauty and the Beast through a haunting, historical lens, exploring desire, darkness, and redemption while offering a fresh take on the tropes beloved by a new generation of fantasy readers.
Includes drinks, nibbles, book sales and author signing.
TICKETS WILL OPEN FOR BOOKING AT 9AM ON 1 MARCH.
Wollongong - Author Talk with Lily Crozier at Corrimal Library
BookToker Lily Crozier will be talking about her debut novel, Vow of Eternal Night, perfect for fans of slow burn romances.
This gothic romantasy is a retelling of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ about a vampire prince and the captive bride who will do anything to break his curse.
Reserve a copy of Vow of Eternal Night now via your library catalogue.
For more information, contact Corrimal Library.
This event is one of the many reasons to have a library card. Don't have one? It's free and easy to join online!
Sydney - Narellan Library
Inspired by Dracula and Carmilla, Crozier’s richly atmospheric debut Vow of Eternal Night reimagines Beauty and the Beast through a haunting, historical lens, exploring desire, darkness, and redemption while offering a fresh take on the tropes beloved by a new generation of fantasy readers.
5.30pm arrival for a 6pm start.
Disclaimer: Camden Council Library Services provides the Visiting Writers Program to allow interested residents to access and hear authors talk about their books. The ideas, comments and concepts presented are those of the authors and do not represent the opinion or policies of Camden Council or Camden Council Library Services.
Newcastle Writers Festival Panel: TikTok: Helping or Harming the Book Industry
TikTok: Helping or Harming the Book Industry?
From BookTok bestsellers to algorithm-driven hype, TikTok has reshaped how books are discovered, marketed, and read. But is it democratising literature or narrowing taste? Danielle Binks, Lily Crozier, and Melanie Saward unpack the platform’s pitfalls, and possibilities. Hosted by Clare Stephens.
This event is hosted as part of Newcastle Writers Festival 2026. Click here for more information.
Newcastle Writers Festival: Lily Crozier in conversation with C.A. Wright
From Beauty to Beast: Reimagining the Gothic Fairytale
Debut author Lily Crozier discusses Vow of Eternal Night, a gothic, slow-burn romantasy inspired by Beauty and the Beast. Featuring a vampire prince, a captive bride and an impossible curse, this enemies-to-lovers tale explores power, desire and the many faces monsters wear. Hosted by C.A. Wright.
This is a free event hosted as part of Newcastle Writers Festival. Click here for more information.
Penguin Fantasy Fest Melbourne
Penguin Fantasy Fest is returning to Melbourne!
Featuring international bestseller Stacia Stark and Australian authors Lily Crozier, Bronte-Marie Wesson and Braidee Otto, this is an event not to be missed.
Join us – and other lovers of this genre – at St John’s Southgate, where we will have books for sale and signing, lucky door prizes, samplers, treats, sneak peeks and more.
Doors open at 5.45 for a 6.15 start. Book now so you don’t miss out on the fantasy event of the season.
This event is in partnership with Mary Martin Bookshop Southbank.
Penguin Fantasy Fest Adelaide
Calling all Fantasy Fans!
Featuring international bestselling author Stacia Stark, alongside Australian favourites Lily Crozier, Bronte-Marie Wesson and Braidee Otto, this is a bookish event not to be missed.
Join Dillons Bookshop in partnership with Penguin Fantasy Fest at Norwood Concert Hall for an afternoon celebrating this much-loved genre, complete with book sales and signings, lucky door prizes, samplers, treats, sneak peeks and more. It’s the perfect chance to meet the authors behind the stories, connect with other readers, and immerse yourself in all things Fantasy.
Penguin Fantasy Fest Sydney
Penguin Fantasy Fest is returning to Sydney!
Featuring international bestseller Stacia Stark and Australian authors Lily Crozier, Bronte-Marie Wesson and Braidee Otto, this is an event not to be missed.
Join us – and other lovers of this genre – at Balmain Town Hall, where we will have books for sale and signing, lucky door prizes, samplers, treats, sneak peeks and more.
Held in partnership with Kinokuniya Bookshop, this is the event of the season, so book now to avoid missing out.
Penguin Fantasy Fest Brisbane
Penguin Fantasy Fest is returning to Brisbane!
Featuring international bestseller Stacia Stark and Australian authors Lily Crozier, Bronte-Marie Wesson and Braidee Otto, this is an event not to be missed.
Join us – and other lovers of this genre – at St Andrew's Uniting Church, Brisbane, where we will have books for sale and signing, lucky door prizes, samplers, treats, sneak peeks and more.
Book now so you don’t miss out on the fantasy event of the season.
Gold Coast - Broadbeach Library
Discover romantasy author Lily Crozier as she introduces her debut gothic retelling, 'Vow of Eternal Night'.
Discover a new name in romantasy, Lily Crozier, as she introduces her debut gothic romantasy and ‘Beauty and the Beast’ retelling, Vow of Eternal Night.
We are excited to welcome author, book publicist and book lover Lily Crozier to our libraries to talk about her debut novel.
Clara Wagner has always known that monsters are real, and that the worst of them is Prince Raleigh of Rostenburg. When he decides it’s time to marry, Clara inadvertently finds herself at the centre of his attention. Abducted and forced into a betrothal against her will, Clara must lift Raleigh’s vampiric curse before the end of the year or become his bride for eternity.
Described by T. Kingfisher as “fun, gripping, and desperately goth”, Vow of Eternal Night is a slow-burn, enemies-to-lovers romantasy inspired by 'Beauty and the Beast' about the lengths people will go to for love, and the many faces monsters can wear.
Lily Crozier has always surrounded herself with books. She was born in London into a family of book collectors, and she has been a bookseller, a BookToker and a book publicist.
Don’t miss this chance to discover your newest romantasy obsession – book your free tickets today.