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Jean Lowe Carlson

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Born
in Eugene, Oregon, The United States
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Fantasy, Science Fiction, Paranormal

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"Richly set and beautifully told, Carlson paints a story filled with love, lust, and tragedy. She captures the tortured emotions of temptation and desire perfectly and leaves you wanting more." - Chris Patchell, author of In the Dark

“Like George RR Martin and Joe Abercrombie, Carlson writes in the fantasy genre for grown-ups, with flair and elegance. A complex world with characters that develop well, The Kingsmen Chronicles reveals as it builds!” - Daniel F., Amazon Review

Jean Lowe Carlson blends deep wisdom, fast-paced adventure, and timeless discovery into exquisite fantasy. Her raw worlds are reminiscent of George RR Martin, Robert Jordan, Joe Abercrombie, Clive Barker, and Robin Hobb.

Jean holds a doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine (ND ...more

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Are your books for adults or kids and what is the sex/nudity level in your books? Thanks
Jean Lowe Carlson Hi Abby! Thanks for your question. My books are definitely written for adults, not teens or YA. There are a few on-screen sex scenes throughout the se…moreHi Abby! Thanks for your question. My books are definitely written for adults, not teens or YA. There are a few on-screen sex scenes throughout the series, which includes nudity, though they're important to character development. Also, these books have a lot of cussing, because most of the characters are soldiers in the Queen's army. Hope that helps! Jean(less)
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After complete Kingsmen series. Will you write another epic fantasy series? I love your fantasy books :)
Jean Lowe Carlson Hi Thomas - So glad you are enjoying the books, and thanks for reading! Yes, I'm planning at least 9 total novels in the Kingsmen Chronicles series, p…moreHi Thomas - So glad you are enjoying the books, and thanks for reading! Yes, I'm planning at least 9 total novels in the Kingsmen Chronicles series, plus a host of other books set in that world. This first series is present-day, then we'll have a prequel series that explores Khehem and the reign of the tyrant King Leith Alodwine a thousand years before the events of the KC. Then, we come back to the present for a third series that wraps up the storylines of Elohl et al. I'm also planning at least three one-off satellite novels about various historical characters, and considering a trilogy about the Giannyk-Albrenni wars. I'm just getting started. Lots more to come! (less)
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It’s April! Where is GOLDENMARK?

 

Hey Fantasy Fans – I know, you’ve been missing The Kingsmen Chronicles!

 

Not long ago, I promised you that GOLDENMARK, book #3 of The Kingsmen Chronicles, would be released in March.

 

But what has occurred between then and now? Ch-ch-ch-changes! (To quote the beloved David Bowie)

 

Life has been moving, and I’ve moved with it – from Salem, OR to Boulder, CO!

 

Me hard at work in th

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message 2: by Jean
Aug 16, 2015 10:44PM

Jean Carlson Absolutely! And thanks so much for your kind and thorough review of my book! I really appreciate the feedback, and reviews like yours help me make each book even better than the last.

Hope you had a great weekend! Jean


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Aug 13, 2015 09:52PM

blub Thank you for the friend-invite Jean =)


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