An elder gay man navigating life with my husband and 3 Australian Shepherds in rural Ohio. I share my life and passions through writing on Medium and Substack.

Spinning life experiences into stories of growth, love & messy magic.

Woman. Writer. Survivor. Not here for your comfort. If something in my work speaks to you, you’re welcome to reach out at dayna@daynaellis.me

I'm on a quest to make $100K online using my love of writing, programming, and pets. Follow me to watch my progress and learn as I do!

Author of several novels and short stories, most with gay protagonists. TORSOS was a Lambda Literary Award finalist (Best Gay Men’s Mystery).

When a hearts been opened, the vastness of the universe rewrites your understanding of loneliness and longing.

Street Photographer+Writer. Comedy&Drama. I want your smile&your tears. I want to feel it all with you. ⚠️Absurd, biting, childish&dark words included.