LUKA T. JACOBS
"A PERFECT BLEND OF THRILLER, HORROR
& HEART."
Join my email list and get first access to new releases and download my FREE short story "The Dogman of Coldwater Creek".
JOIN CRYPTID HORROR CENTRAL
NEW RELEASE
BEFORE & AFTER THE SASQUATCH
Before Nicole Beretti. Before APEX Jaegers. There was Nathan Ward.
​
After two military tours, twenty-five-year-old Nathan Ward returns to his grandparents' home in northern Washington, hoping to rebuild his life. A hunting trip with his lifelong friend Gabe should be a fresh start.
​
Instead, they encounter something that shouldn't exist.
​
When authorities dismiss his claims and terrifying events begin unfolding around his home, Nathan realizes the creature didn't stay in the woods.
​
It followed him home.
​
Forced to confront a nightmare no one else believes, Nathan begins the journey that will one day lead him to the FBI and the creation of APEX Jaegers.
​​
Before & After The Sasquatch: Nathan Ward – The Road to APEX Jaegers is a suspense-filled cryptid thriller and the origin story of one of the most important characters in the Nicole Beretti universe.
BEFORE & AFTER SASQUATCH REVIEWS
“You cannot mention cryptids without saying Luka T. Jacobs at the same time. Although many of her books/stories follow a similar pattern her way of describing cryptid behaviour is so natural and believable. I think at this point I’ve read all of her books. Enjoyed everyone."
World's best co-authors!
BIO
Luka T. Jacobs is an award-winning author and the recipient of the 2025 Cryptid Quarterly Author of the Year award.
Fascinated by cryptids, particularly Sasquatch and Dogman, Luka has built a growing readership through fast-paced thrillers that blend mystery, monsters, and unforgettable characters.
​
Born and bred in Sydney, Australia, Luka now calls the beautiful Illawarra region of New South Wales home, where she lives with her partner and their two cheeky dogs, Finnigan and Milly.
​
A lifelong animal lover with a curious spirit and sense of adventure, Luka draws inspiration from the mysteries of the natural world. Her travels throughout North America, including time living in Minnesota, Chicago, and Calgary, have helped shape the vivid settings and landscapes found throughout her stories.
​
With a background in graphic design and art, Luka brings a visual storyteller's eye to her writing, creating immersive worlds where suspense, atmosphere, and creeping dread turn even the most ordinary shadows into something worth fearing.
​
Late-diagnosed with ADHD and a touch of the 'tism, Luka embraces the unique perspective and creativity they bring to her storytelling.
​
Whether exploring new places, diving into cryptid lore, or dreaming up the next adventure, Luka is always searching for inspiration in the strange and unexplained.
​
If you enjoy cryptids, creature thrillers, and stories that keep you looking over your shoulder, there's a good chance you'll start checking the locks before bed.
Join the chat!
