Lay is a genderfluid storyteller of Gumbaynggirr and Gunggandji nations, with proud South Sea Islander roots, living and creating on Dunghutti Country. A rising voice in Blak literature, Lay weaves powerful narratives that centre identity, queerness, and culture with heart, honesty and style.

Their debut novel Weaving Us Together is set to drop in late 2025, and it’s already creating buzz.

Off the page, Lay is all about uplifting First Nations voices, creating safe creative spaces and championing queer Blak futures. With storytelling in their blood and a vision for the next generation, Lay is gem!