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J.R. Ward

J.R. Ward

"You've won the evolutionary lottery: You're a vampire. Let's go to Disneyland!"

J.R. Ward is the number one New York Times bestselling author of the Black Dagger Brotherhood series of vampire books. She is a winner of the prestigious Romance Writers of America RITA award for Best Paranormal Romance and is a multiple RITA nominee. A graduate of Smith College, she was a double major in History and Art History with a medieval concentration in both and she still longs at times for a return to those days sitting in dark lecture halls, looking at slides of old triptychs and reliquaries. Prior to becoming a full time writer, she was a corporate attorney, serving for many years as the Chief of Staff of one of Harvard Medical Schools premier teaching sites. Her idea of absolute heaven is a day filled with nothing but her computer, her dog and her coffee pot and the Brothers, of course.

What genres does J.R. Ward write?

J.R. Ward primarily writes paranormal romance, with strong vampire and dark urban fantasy elements. Her work often blends romance, action, and supernatural themes.

What is J.R. Ward best known for?

She is best known for the New York Times bestselling Black Dagger Brotherhood series, a long-running vampire romance saga.

Where should I start with the Black Dagger Brotherhood series?

Start with Dark Lover, which is Book 1 in the Black Dagger Brotherhood series, then proceed through the numbered books for the main storyline. Companion novellas and world books expand the universe.

Is there a recommended reading order for her series?

Yes. Read each series in publication or numbered order for continuity. For example, Black Dagger Brotherhood begins with Dark Lover (Book 1), and Fallen Angels begins with Covet (Book 1), followed by Crave (Book 2) and Envy (Book 3). Spin-offs and novellas are best read according to series reading guides.

Has J.R. Ward won any awards for her writing?

Yes. She is a New York Times bestselling author and has won the Romance Writers of America RITA award for Best Paranormal Romance, and she has received multiple RITA nominations.

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Black Dagger Brotherhood (Australian editions)

The Chosen : Black Dagger Brotherhood - J. R. Ward

The Chosen

Black Dagger Brotherhood

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Dark Lover : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 1 - J. R. Ward

Dark Lover

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 1

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The Savior : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 17 - J.R. Ward

The Savior

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 17

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The Beast : Black Dagger Brotherhood - J. R. Ward

The Beast

Black Dagger Brotherhood

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Lover Unleashed : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 9 - J. R. Ward

Lover Unleashed

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 9

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Lover Unbound : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 5 - J. R. Ward

Lover Unbound

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 5

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Lover Enshrined : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 6 - J. R. Ward

Lover Enshrined

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 6

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Lover Awakened : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 3 - J. R. Ward

Lover Awakened

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 3

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Lover Eternal : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 2 - J. R. Ward

Lover Eternal

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 2

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Lover Revealed : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 4 - J. R. Ward

Lover Revealed

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 4

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The Sinner : Escape into the world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood - J. R. Ward

The Sinner

Escape into the world of the Black Dagger Brotherhood

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The Thief : Black Dagger Brotherhood - J. R. Ward

The Thief

Black Dagger Brotherhood

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Lover Unveiled : Black Dagger Brotherhood - J. R. Ward

Lover Unveiled

Black Dagger Brotherhood

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Lover Arisen : Black Dagger Brotherhood - J. R. Ward

Lover Arisen

Black Dagger Brotherhood

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Lover Avenged : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 7 - J. R. Ward

Lover Avenged

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 7

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Lover Mine : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 8 - J. R. Ward

Lover Mine

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 8

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Lover Reborn : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 10 - J. R. Ward

Lover Reborn

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 10

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Where Winter Finds You : a Black Dagger Brotherhood novel - J. R. Ward

Where Winter Finds You

a Black Dagger Brotherhood novel

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The Shadows : Black Dagger Brotherhood - J. R. Ward

The Shadows

Black Dagger Brotherhood

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Lover at Last : Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 11 - J. R. Ward

Lover at Last

Black Dagger Brotherhood : Book 11

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The King : Black Dagger Brotherhood - J. R. Ward

The King

Black Dagger Brotherhood

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Black Dagger Brotherhood (U.S editions)

Fallen Angels (U.S editions)

Covet : Fallen Angels Series : Book 1 - J. R. Ward

Covet

Fallen Angels Series : Book 1

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Crave : Fallen Angels Series : Book 2 - J. R. Ward

Crave

Fallen Angels Series : Book 2

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Fallen Angels (Australian editions)

Crave : Fallen Angels Series : Book 2 - J. R. Ward

Crave

Fallen Angels Series : Book 2

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Covet : Fallen Angels Series : Book 1 - J. R. Ward

Covet

Fallen Angels Series : Book 1

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Envy : Fallen Angels Series : Book 3 - J. R. Ward

Envy

Fallen Angels Series : Book 3

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