Leslie Hardy - Publisher

Leslie Hardy fell in love with crime fiction at a young age, discovering in the novels of Elmore Leonard just how sharp, surprising, funny, and deeply human stories about crime could be. She has been an avid reader ever since—and a firm believer in the power of story not only to entertain and illuminate, but to heal.

Adam Wynn - Editor

Adam Wynn has loved crime fiction since discovering the Hardy Boys as a child. His tastes run toward dark, complex stories filled with humanity and wit—books with distinctive voices, complicated characters, moral ambiguity, and something meaningful beneath the mystery.

Joel Gibson -Marketing and Publicity

Joel Gibson brings energy, creativity, and a distinctly modern approach to his role as Publicist and Promotions Specialist for Dark Hours Books. A social media specialist with a passion for technology and creative promotion, Joel is always looking for fresh ways to cut through the noise and connect great books with the readers who will love them.

Curious, inventive, and always tuned in to what’s next, Joel brings a youthful creative spark to the Dark Hours team. And when he isn’t dreaming up the next campaign, shooting video, producing music, or finding new ways to put crime fiction in front of readers, there’s a good chance he’s on a skateboard somewhere with his friends.

Jenny Foster - Production, Design, Tech

Jenny Foster is an artist, techie, and creative problem-solver who handles all things production, design, and technology. With an artistic eye and a technical mind, she loves bringing creative visions to life and finding solutions to challenges along the way.

Gerrie Thompson - Editor

Growing up, books were a sanctuary for Gerrie Thomspon. She found them to be a safe place where she could escape, find comfort, and feel a little less alone. The stories that saved her as a child helped shape who she is today—and not just an editor. Now, nothing makes her happier than helping a writer discover the very best version of their work. She knows firsthand how much a story can mean to someone.