Meet the Creative Director
From the moment I discovered Japanese animation and comics, I was hooked. The bold visuals, emotional stories, and rich worlds lit a spark in me and showed me how powerful storytelling and art can be. I’ve been creating art since I was 14, always chasing that same sense of wonder and connection. Now, I’m breaking into the world of writing too—my very first novel will be published on July 3rd, and I can’t wait to share it with you!
Dilonna is an author, lead artist and writer, for all projects at Dragon's Watch Studio, where she expertly blends vibrant illustration with soulful narrative design. Her creative journey is defined by a passion for exploring complex emotions and crafting vast, original universes. Through her unique lens, she builds bridge between the literary and digital worlds to foster deep connections with her audience.
My Illustration Work
No AI is used in the making of these Illustrations
Current Projects
A Dream Among the Stars (Novel)
He walks through dreams. She shouldn’t be in them. Together, they uncover a truth powerful enough to blur the line between dreaming and waking.
Debut Novel Release: July 3rd 2026
A glimpse into the worlds Dilonna is currently crafting across literary and digital planes.
Thread of Starlight
An epic Romantasy, full of adventure, mystery and a love so ancient it is written in the stars. (Cover Not Final)
Coming 2027
The Archivist (Game)
A Visual Novel adventure, through the Calandra Mountains, in search of the true history of the world.
Coming 2027
Acclaim & Recognition
Kind words from fellow creators and the community who have worked with Dilonna.
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Dilonna's prose is as vivid as her art, and her character dialogue is so human and natural, it's like you're eaves dropping on a real conversation. I find myself really appreciating the stillness of her writing, the emotional gravity of the choices the characters make is intense.
Sunesha K,
ARC Reader
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“Working with Dilonna is a reminder of what storytelling can be when someone truly cares about craft. Her attention to detail, her worldbuilding, and her ability to capture quiet, powerful moments set her apart as a writer to watch. She also does all her own art, design, and formatting. Seriously a one woman show!
Marcus Henlucru,
Editor
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I am captivated by the characters she creates. I came for the romance, and stayed for the MMC. Liam Hayes is truly a wonderful character, and he's nuanced and deep, and emotional. I've thought about him and his "Beam me up God" line at least a dozen times! lol hilarious!!
Tess Olympos,
Beta Reader
Contact
Want to work with Dilonna Directly? Contact her via email:
dilonnarutherford@gmail.com