The land is called Dragonswold, but the dragons are all dead…or are they? A young woman holds the key to resurrecting their legendary power. The shadows are filled with those who would do anything to claim the magic for themselves.
J.L. Henker – Cave of Whisper (Coming Late 2023)

About Me:

Writer, blogger, lover of fantasy creatures, especially dragons. Currently revising/editing a high fantasy novel (Cave of Whispers), querying Fantasy/Sci-Fi short stories and collecting vintage cookbook for a retro cookbook project. My career has included book seller, used/rare book buyer and bookstore manager. Certified book geek.

Besides creating fantasy worlds, I evaluate estates for people who have inherited libraries from a family member. I sort out the collectible titles, advise on what to donate and sell/auction those books they don’t want to keep.

When not buried in books and editing, I spend time with my family (my granddaughter is a special joy) and hike various parks in northern California with my partner Diane. We especially love Point Reyes National Seashore. I’m a cat mom to an opinionated ginger named Leo.

Member:

International Association of Science Fiction & Fantasy Writers
Broad Universe (Women’s Speculative Fiction)
Women’s National Book Association
California Writers Association

Women Fantasy Authors YouTube Channel

Join me for interviews with women fantasy authors (both indie and small press). Give the channel a follow and you’ll receive notification of newly posted interviews. Come and discover your new favorite indie author.

Will you be going to WisCon in Madison, WI, May 25-29, or BayCon 2023 – July 1-4 in Santa Clara CA? If so, let me know so we can connect!

The Dragon’s Scribe comes out quarterly. You’ll also receives the occasional update on book releasees, awards, contests exclusive to subscribers (win free bling), Fantasy/Sci-fi book reviews and more!

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Awards:

Not a Pipe Publishing Stories (Within) Flash Fiction Contest (July 2022) – 2nd Place

Read Winning Entries

Open Your Mouth – A Benefit Anthology

Listen to my interview at the Launch Party,
April 22, 2022.

Proud to have my speculative fiction short story ‘Corporate Baby’ selected for Open Your Mouth, a benefit anthology to support the National Women’s Law Center.

Available from Amazon and all other major book distributors.