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J.R. Snyder

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J. R. Snyder is a fantasy author living in the Puget Sound area of Washington with his family, two cats, and a handful of chickens. When he’s not writing, he enjoys gardening, beekeeping, hiking, and exploring the rocky beaches near his home.

The Sin Eater Tales series is currently comprised of three novels with more on the way.

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J.R. Snyder I'm currently writing a series of short stories about Asher Norwood and the Sin Eater world that will be published as a collection next year. Looking …moreI'm currently writing a series of short stories about Asher Norwood and the Sin Eater world that will be published as a collection next year. Looking beyond that, I have a full length Sin Eater novel (potentially a series depending on how it shapes up) that I'm slowly picking at. (less)
J.R. Snyder I've never really struggled too much with writer's block long term. I plan out my stories pretty carefully beforehand, so when I hit a blocking point,…moreI've never really struggled too much with writer's block long term. I plan out my stories pretty carefully beforehand, so when I hit a blocking point, I'll just refer to my outline. If all else fails, I usually go to a whiteboard and talk through the plot with my wife until she comes up with a brilliant idea. (less)
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Tomb of Merellien is out!

Hey everyone, just a quick note here to share that the third book in the Sin Eater Tales series, Tomb of Merellien, is now out! I don't post here much, but if you'd like to stay up to date on the happenings with this series, check out my newsletter at https://www.jrsnyderauthor.com

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