If you like to read stories with…

consensual, passionate romance

characters across many LGBTQ+ identities

writing & illustrations by an independent creator

trauma survivors finding true love

disabled main characters

…then you’re in the right place.

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River Kai

Author & Artist

River Kai is a thriller webcomic author turned sweet-but-spicy romance author. As a bisexual and transgender creator with disabilities, he specializes in Romance, LGBTQ+, Sci-Fi, and Fantasy fiction with mental health and disability representation, creating stories for readers like him to see they’re not alone.

Between storytelling, River recharges his creativity by creating rainbow, fantasy, and space-themed crafts, including stickers, stickers, pins, bookmarks, jewelry, and more.

Recent Releases

RESONANCE (Space Gays) Volume 1, Paperback Edition - 200+ Page LGBTQ+ Sci-Fi Romance Graphic Novel
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RESONANCE (Space Gays) Volume 1, Paperback Edition - 200+ Page LGBTQ+ Sci-Fi Romance Graphic Novel
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Astronauts Theo and Hayato propelled each other’s careers, but their secret, romantic feelings were sidelined - a necessary sacrifice for takeoff. Space forces them into 24/7 contact, threatening to undo their delicate work-to-love-life balance, which was already ready to fall apart. Tensions escalate further as “Mr. Reliable” Hayato questions everything he thought was stable before takeoff, including his space company’s morality.
With spacecraft mysteries, emotional twists, and high-stakes relationships, RESONANCE shoots further than the moon; it’s time for humanity’s first visit to Mars.

ALL EDITIONS
~180 main plot pages covering 7 issues
~20 bonus pages: Part 4 preview, character sheets, fun facts, the never-before-seen "WHY THEO IS TERRIFIED OF FROGS" mini comic, extra illustrations, and more!

18+ EXTENDED EDITION
- BONUS 8.5 page NSFW intimate scene where you can see... well, everything. The uncensored scene is red-hot, consent-informed, and sugary sweet! Even better, the scene is currently exclusive to Patreon, so less than 30 people have ever seen it.
- 2 BONUS full color NSFW illustrations in the “extras” section
This brings the 18+ version to 204 interior pages vs the usual 196 pages.
***You MUST be 18+ to purchase this edition. By purchasing this edition, you have agreed that you have read these terms and are a legal adult in your country.***

RESONANCE (Space Gays) Volume 1 ISBNs:
Paperback (Regular Edition): 979-8-9864108-2-1
Paperback (Adult Edition): 979-8-9864108-0-7

Hardcover (Regular Edition): 979-8-9864108-1-4
Hardcover (Adult Edition): 979-8-9864108-3-8

King Luna: Book 3 of My Shy Alpha, the Steamy Shifter Romance Series, Paperback Edition
from $19.99

In a thrilling conclusion to a heartfelt, smoldering love story, every secret, mystery, fear, and joy surfaces, changing the course of the Lycan world.

Aliya finally holds all that is dear to her heart. She’s surrounded by a loving community, madly in love with her fated mate, and even expecting the baby she’s always hoped for.

But everything could soon be lost.

With no leads on Mason Hart or his fellow anti-Omega cultists, the threat of an Alpha-domination attack looms. To make matters worse, snarling teeth, bitter reunions, and a thirst for dominance brew tension between global pack leaders at the Alpha Summit—a glorified gladiator competition to crown this year’s strongest Lycan as the “King Alpha.”

But the more Summit traditions Aliya and Noah experience, the more Noah’s inner truths come spilling out. Aliya uncovers not only the real reason why her fated mate’s rejection of Alpha domination is so frowned upon, but dark answers about their fathers’ deaths.

Hunted into a corner, the fated mates are left with the ultimate choice: they can follow the old pack ways, or they can rebel, choosing to love themselves for who they are.

King Luna is the third book in My Shy Alpha, an empowering, steamy fantasy series that leaves readers swooning for a shy Alpha Lycan while rooting for an abuse survivor as she rediscovers what it means to be loved.

Features 11 exclusive illustrations from the author!

NOTE: Reading My Shy Alpha: Book 1 and Freeing My Alpha: Book 2 is recommended for a fuller grasp of the character development and My Shy Alpha universe.

Content warnings: detailed sex scenes, stalking, mentions of death/possible murder of a loved one, pregnancy and childbirth, flashbacks, mentions of past abuse, mentions of displacement/refugee scenarios.

Soul Survivors: Book 1 PAPERBACK - Dystopian Romance, Psychological Thriller Series
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Soul Survivors: Book 1 PAPERBACK - Dystopian Romance, Psychological Thriller Series
Sale Price: $15.29 Original Price: $17.99

Mortal danger. Intimate, tender romance. A cycle of abuse to end. A paramilitary cult to escape.

Secret lovers Emmalee and Niko dream of a quiet life, but they’re born into a paramilitary cult—a violent patriarchy that breeds children as weapons-for-hire—and they hate it. If they dissent, they die, and their parents are brainwashed leadership.
Expectations are high for Niko, a son of executioners, and his dissociative PTSD sells his emotionless killer image. But Emmalee’s empathic sixth sense knows Niko’s truth; he’s actually a crybaby who hates violence. Similarly, the cult deems Emmalee useless due to her chronic illness, but Niko knows she’s the lion-hearted leader the world needs.
To prove her worth to the ableist world, Emmalee sabotages a cult superior’s deadly drug trial. Except Emmalee doesn’t know Niko’s darkest secret; the cult superior is also Niko’s sexual abuser.
When Niko’s abuser threatens not only them, but the entire nation with a dimension-altering experiment, Emmalee and Niko have to end the abuse cycle that imprisons the US without losing their lives—or each other.

With edge-of-your-seat suspense and prevailing love, Soul Survivors is Book 1 of a psychological thriller series following two survivors' journeys to escape a paramilitary nightmare.

Prepare for thrills: 10 exclusive illustrations by the author supercharge this emotional rollercoaster of a story.

Upcoming Events

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I stream 1-4 days per week on my Twitch channel while I draw, write, play games, or update you on author life. Come hang out if I’m live below, or follow me to catch the next stream!

(If nothing is happening below this, I’m probably offline!)

The Complete My Shy Alpha Series

A monstrous ex blurred Aliya’s judgment on whom to trust. When she follows an urge to retrace her steamy dream’s steps, reality surpasses her wildest imagination; she’s living amongst Lycans, and her fated mate is a shy Alpha.

Read Book 1

Follow Aliya's journey as she rediscovers what it means to be loved after escaping abuse, and in the process, discovers the truest parts of herself.

For a full content advisory, please visit this page.

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Stickers, please!

Below are my most popular stickers at local conventions, book signings, and more!

Floating Astronaut Sticker (Black & Rainbow Space Gays) - Vibrant 100% Recycled Paper Stickers, Water Resistant Sticker
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Floating Astronaut Sticker (Black & Rainbow Space Gays) - Vibrant 100% Recycled Paper Stickers, Water Resistant Sticker
from $3.00
These gothstronaut (goth astronaut) stickers are roughly 3 inches in size, featuring a black and rainbow astronaut floating in zero-G! These stickers are part of the Rainbows in Space sticker line.

Both stickers come in 100% recycled paper OR water-resistant vinyl. It's also included in the Rainbows in Space discounted sticker pack with $10 off the set of 10.

STICKER TIPS
- If applying the sticker to glass, metal, or another smooth surface, use an alcohol swab on the surface before sticking. Make sure it's completely dry before applying.
- Firmly press the sticker down for permanent applications. To increase the water resistance, press the firmest along the edges.
- Avoid soaking water-resistant stickers for long periods of time. Do not submerge or wet the 100% recycled paper stickers.
- For extra adhesion and at-home waterproofing, brush on mod podge over your placed sticker, pasting it to its chosen surface.
Mini Space & Astronaut Stickers - Cute Set of 15 Tiny, Rainbow, 100% Recycled Paper Stickers
$5.00
This cute set of 15 mini stickers features tiny astronauts, super-mini rainbow rockets, rainbow shooting stars, astronauts with rainbow helmets, and more, perfect for decorating your planners, journals, notebooks, and other stationery.

Each pack is printed on 100% recycled and recyclable paper. Along with at least 8 super-mini stickers, about 4 to 5 small stickers and 3 to 4 medium stickers are included in each pack of 15, providing plenty of variation for your decorating pleasure! Contents vary from pack to pack.

STICKER TIPS
- If applying the sticker to glass, metal, or another smooth surface, use an alcohol swab on the surface before sticking. Make sure it's completely dry before applying.
- Firmly press the sticker down for permanent applications. To increase the water resistance, press the firmest along the edges.
- Avoid soaking water-resistant stickers for long periods of time. Do not submerge or wet the 100% recycled paper stickers.
- For extra adhesion and at-home waterproofing, brush on mod podge over your placed sticker, pasting it to its chosen surface.

Wholesale options are available. Please feel to reach out through Etsy, or visit https://riverkaiart.com/wholesale for a full catalog.
Only 3 available
Rainbow Planet Sticker - Vibrant Saturn 100% Recycled Paper Stickers, Water Resistant Sticker, Subtle LGBTQ+ Pride
from $3.00
The Rainbow Planet sticker is roughly 3 inches wide, featuring a vibrant rainbow Saturn design!

This sticker comes in 100% recycled paper OR water-resistant vinyl. It's also included in the Rainbows in Space discounted sticker pack with $10 off the set of 10.

STICKER TIPS
- If applying the sticker to glass, metal, or another smooth surface, use an alcohol swab on the surface before sticking. Make sure it's completely dry before applying.
- Firmly press the sticker down for permanent applications. To increase the water resistance, press the firmest along the edges.
- Avoid soaking water-resistant stickers for long periods of time. Do not submerge or wet the 100% recycled paper stickers.
- For extra adhesion and at-home waterproofing, brush on mod podge over your placed sticker, pasting it to its chosen surface.
Wolf Heart Stickers - 100% Recycled Paper or Water-Resistant Vinyl Stickers
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Wolf Heart Stickers - 100% Recycled Paper or Water-Resistant Vinyl Stickers
from $3.00
These two cute wolf mates are curled into a heart-shaped hug!

This sticker is roughly 2.5" wide and comes in 100% recycled paper OR water-resistant vinyl. They are also featured in the discounted Cute Wolf Pack sticker pack of 4.

STICKER TIPS
- If applying the sticker to glass, metal, or another smooth surface, use an alcohol swab on the surface before sticking. Make sure it's completely dry before applying.
- Firmly press the sticker down for permanent applications. To increase the water resistance, press the firmest along the edges.
- Avoid soaking water-resistant stickers for long periods of time. Do not submerge or wet the 100% recycled paper stickers.
- For extra adhesion and at-home waterproofing, brush on mod podge over your placed sticker, pasting it to its chosen surface.