Meet Maddison
sexy history with a dash of mystery
Maddison Michaels is an award winning, best-selling historical romantic suspense author, who writes Sexy History with a Dash of Mystery! She won the RWA Australia RUBY award for the Best Historical Romance in 2019 and has also been a finalist in the 2021, 2022 and 2023 RUBY awards.
From previously upholding the law in New South Wales to now crafting award-winning tales of dashing rogues and feisty heroines, Maddison Michaels’s journey has been anything but ordinary. As a retired police officer and prosecutor of 17 years, Maddison now gets her daily dose of suspense by writing and working as a writing coach, helping other authors and crime writing consultant!
Today, Maddison channels her passion for suspense and mystery into crafting action-packed historical romantic thrillers that whisk readers away on a rollercoaster of intrigue, while also serving as a dynamic writing coach and consultant. With infectious enthusiasm, she guides authors and aspiring writers to sharpen their skills, unlock their unique voices, and bring gripping stories to life. Through her acclaimed non-fiction book, The Writer’s Nest, Maddison empowers storytellers to tap into their own personality traits, break through writer’s block, and soar to new creative heights—igniting the next generation to captivate and conquer the page! Ready to transform your writing journey? Connect with Maddison today and let her coach you to unleash your storytelling potential!
Maddison’s Books

THE HEIRESS MASQUERADE
Book 2 - The Dollar Princesses

THE HEIRESS SWAP
Book 1 - The Dollar Princesses
THE BACHELOR BETRAYAL
Book 2 - Secrets, Scandals & Spies

THE BACHELOR BARGAIN
Book 1 - Secrets, Scandals & Spies

THE DEVILISH DUKE
Book 1 - Saints & Scoundrels

THE ELUSIVE EARL
Book 2 - Saints & Scoundrels

THE SINFUL SCOT
Book 3 - Saints & Scoundrels
THE MISTLETOE MISTRESS
Prequel - Saints & Scoundrels
Coming Soon…
Release Date: 16th Dec 2025
Release Date: 16th Jun 2026
Release Date: TBA 2026
Coaching, Courses & Webinars
Coaching Sessions with Maddison
Unlock your storytelling potential with personalised, one-on-one coaching from Maddison, where she harnesses her expertise to guide you through crafting gripping narratives, overcoming obstacles, and honing your unique voice to captivate readers!
Writing Courses & Workshops
Webinars & The Writer's Nest Podcast
Up Coming Events
SATURDAY, August 1st, 2026
Love on the beach • Author Book Signing • Gold Coast, QLD
Join Maddison along with other fabulous Australian authors for the LOVE ON THE BEACH Book Signing on Saturday 1st of August 2026.
Maddison will be an attending author on the day, and you can come and chat to her and get your books signed. She'll also be selling her paperbacks and mugs, so come and say hi, as she'd love to see you there and have a chat ❤️
TICKETS & VENUE: Further details will be provided closer to the date.