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J.R. Pearse Nelson is a fantasy and romance writer who has authored more than 20 novels. She hails from Oregon, USA, where she lives with her husband, two teens, and two dogs among the plentiful trees and clouds of the Pacific Northwest. J.R. weaves tales rooted in mythology, bringing legend to life in modern-day settings and fantasy realms. When not writing, you can find her making magic in the kitchen and enjoying long walks or “rambles” outdoors. J.R.’s books include the Moon Garden Mysteries paranormal cozy series, the Aeon Society fantasy romance series, and the Water Rites fantasy trilogy.

You can connect with J.R. and learn more about her fiction at her website. Visit jrpearsenelson.com.

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	Secrets by Starlight (Moon Garden Mysteries #1) 4.19 avg rating — 465 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Water Rites 4.31 avg rating — 97 ratings — published 2015 — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Storm Crossing (Aeon Society Book 1) 4.06 avg rating — 87 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Queen Witch (Foulweather Twins, #1) 3.96 avg rating — 56 ratings — published 2013 — 6 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Sworn by Blood (Of the Blood, #1) 3.52 avg rating — 63 ratings — 4 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Uncanny Harvest (Moon Garden Mysteries # 2) 4.25 avg rating — 36 ratings — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Tribute 3.46 avg rating — 37 ratings — published 2011 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Ritual Elements (Moon Garden Mysteries #4) 4.63 avg rating — 16 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Midnight Mercy: A Paranormal Women's Fiction Novel (Moon Garden Mysteries Book 3) 4.35 avg rating — 17 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Vessel 3.88 avg rating — 17 ratings — published 2011 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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Uncanny Harvest is now in Audiobook!

The audiobook for Uncanny Harvest is available now on Audible, Amazon, and it will soon be on Apple. The talented narrator Daniela Acitelli did a smashing job bringing book two of the Moon Garden Mysteries to life! May your ears enjoy it very much!

Uncanny Harvest paranormal cozy mystery audiobook cover by author J.R. Pearse Nelson and narrator Daniela Acitelli

A new life in a new town. But keeping secrets is not my style.

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message 10: by Penelope

Apr 17, 2012 01:28PM

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message 9: by J.R.

Mar 13, 2012 01:05PM

Shera (Book Whispers) wrote: "Thanks for the friend invite."

Nice to meet you, Shera! If you're interested, there's a giveaway of my novella Tribute on the Paranormal Opinion book blog today. Here's where to find it:
http://paranormalopinion.blogspot.com...

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message 8: by Shera (Book Whispers)

Mar 13, 2012 12:05PM

Thanks for the friend invite.

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Feb 21, 2012 07:02AM

Kristie wrote: "Hi J.R.!! Thank you so much for the friend invite!!"

Nice to meet you, Kristie!

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Feb 21, 2012 05:49AM

Hi J.R.!! Thank you so much for the friend invite!!

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message 5: by MoonGlitter (last edited Dec 10, 2011 05:50AM)

Dec 10, 2011 05:51AM

Thank you for the friendship :) I love to read new to me authors! I'm looking forward to checking out your books!

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message 4: by J.R.

Nov 14, 2011 05:54PM

Carolyn wrote: "Thanks so much for the friends invite! And, that Vessel cover is GORGEOUS!!!"

Brilliant cover artist Tishia with Paragraphic Designs designed it. Nice to meet you!

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