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J.R. Ward

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.