Margie Benedict

Margie Benedict writes emotionally charged, genre-spanning fiction centered on one powerful theme: second chances. Whether set in a magical kingdom, a dystopian society, or a time-twisted reality, her stories follow women and girls as they rediscover their strength, rewrite their stories, and reclaim their power.

Formerly publishing under the name Marjory Kaptanoglu, Margie is an award-winning author whose books have earned praise from Kirkus, the BookLife Prize, and Publishers Weekly. Her work blends emotional depth with genre thrills, resonating with fans of Outlander, The Hunger Games, and Tamora Pierce’s Song of the Lioness series. Before turning to fiction full-time, she helped develop pioneering software at Apple and wrote screenplays that were recognized at Slamdance and produced for film.

Margie is now building a brand readers can trust for gripping, transformative storytelling—books that don’t just entertain but empower. From middle grade fantasy to adult thrillers, sci-fi, and women’s fiction, she invites readers of all ages to ask: What would you do with a second chance?