J R Ward
J R Ward: A Masterful Weaver of Romance and Fantasy
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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J.R. Ward is a pseudonym used by the American author Julie Ann Longo. She is also known for using her real name, Julie Anne Longo, when writing in other genres.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born on December 18, 1969
Nationality and Profession(s)
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American novelist, best-selling romance writer, and creator of the popular Black Dagger Brotherhood series.
Early Life and Background
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Julie Ann Longo was born and raised in a small town in New York. She grew up with a love for reading and writing, influenced by her parents who were both avid readers themselves. Ward's early life experience has been an essential part of shaping her writing style and the characters she creates.
Growing up, Julie Anne Longo was always drawn to the romance genre, devouring books from authors like Nora Roberts and Jude Deveraux. She began writing her own stories at a young age but didn't start seriously pursuing a career in writing until her early twenties. After completing her education, Ward worked as an administrative assistant before deciding to focus on her writing full-time.
Major Accomplishments
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Published over 25 novels and numerous short stories across multiple genres.
Created the beloved Black Dagger Brotherhood series, which has sold millions of copies worldwide.
Won several awards for her work, including the RITA Award from Romance Writers of America.
Has been a finalist in various competitions and received critical acclaim from both readers and critics.
Notable Works or Actions
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J.R. Ward's most notable works include:
1. The Black Dagger Brotherhood series: This series is a paranormal romance that follows the lives of vampires and their human loved ones.
2. Falling Out of Focus: A romantic suspense novel that explores themes of love, family, and identity.
Impact and Legacy
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J.R. Ward's impact on the romance genre cannot be overstated. She has single-handedly revived interest in paranormal romances and has inspired a new generation of readers to explore this genre. Her writing style is characterized by complex characters, intricate plotting, and an unapologetic exploration of themes like love, family, and identity.
Ward's success can also be attributed to her willingness to take risks and push boundaries within the genre. She has expanded her repertoire to include various sub-genres such as romantic suspense and historical fiction. Her passion for storytelling is evident in every word she writes, making her a fan favorite among readers worldwide.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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J.R. Ward's dedication to crafting unique stories and characters has captivated the hearts of millions. Her writing style blends elements of fantasy, romance, and suspense, creating an immersive experience for readers that is both captivating and unforgettable.
Her legacy as a masterful weaver of words continues to inspire aspiring writers and delight devoted fans alike. With her boundless creativity and ability to transport readers to new worlds, J.R. Ward will undoubtedly remain one of the most beloved authors in the romance genre for years to come.
Quotes by J R Ward
Selena’s brows rose even higher. “Trez, I heard something—”“—’cuz I’m that desperate to have you!”“—that sounded like a gun!”They were both hollering over the engine, going back and forth as Fritz bat-out-of-hell’d it away from all the bullets.And then the fun really began.
Just then, a telltale scent reached Trez’s nose and rocketed through his blood, the impact wrenching his head and his body around …Whereupon he lost all thought. All breath. And all of his soul.Selena stood at the head of the bloodred-carpeted steps, her lovely hand resting on the gold-leafed balustrade, her body held stiffly, as if she weren’t sure about her shoes, or her dress, or maybe even her hair.There was absolutely nothing to worry about.Unless she had a problem with being an H-bomb.
Shit. With Qhuinn looking at him like that, he couldn’t remember his own name. Blaysox? Blacklock? Blabberfox? Who the fuck knew…
Love, after all, was universal. Qhuinn closed his fist up tight, and knew he would never, ever take that ring off. “Always,” Blay murmured. “Because family is an always kind of thing.
She'd hated spending the daylight hours away from him, hated the distance between them, and she wasn't letting it go on anymore on her side.
We work together. That’s it. So I want you to do us both a favor before you think I ‘need’ to know something. Ask yourself, ‘If I were flipping burgers at McDonald’s, would I be telling the fucking fry guy this?’ If the answer is no, then shut the hell up.
Qhuinn dived into the plane, pulled himself into the pilot’s seat, and tried to make sense of all the…fucking hell, there were a lot of dials. The only saving grace he had was that he’d—Rat-tat-tat-tat!—watched enough movies to know that the lever with the grip was the gas and the bow tie–shaped wheel was the thing you pulled up to go up, and pushed down to go down.“Fuck,” he muttered as he stayed in a tuck position as much as he could.
But of course, time didn't work like that. And memory is but a television show of your own life, a movie screen that you can play witness to, but not interact with, change to course of, redirect.
I'm proud of you, and I love you," Blay said yet again, that old, familiar voice cutting through all of those years of rejection and judgement, giving him not just a rope of acceptance to hang onto, but a flesh-and-blood hand to lead him out of the darkness of his past... And into a future that didn't require lies or excises, because of what he was, and what they were, was both extraordinary--and nothing out of the ordinary. Love, after all, was universal.
