Jennifer L. Armentrout

State: West Virginia

Jennifer L. Armentrout is a prolific and bestselling American author known for her wide-ranging works across romance, fantasy, and paranormal fiction. Born on June 11, 1980, she began writing at an early age and published her first novel in 2011. Armentrout quickly gained recognition in the young adult and new adult communities for her compelling characters, witty dialogue, and slow-burn romantic tension. Her Lux series, which follows a girl entangled with an alien species, launched her into the spotlight, while her Covenant, Dark Elements, and Titan series solidified her as a fan favorite in paranormal romance. More recently, her Blood and Ash and Flesh and Fire series have become massive crossover hits, drawing in adult romantasy readers with their immersive worlds and high-stakes drama. She also writes contemporary romance under the pen name J. Lynn. Armentrout is a strong advocate for epilepsy awareness, having been diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa. She continues to write full time from her home in West Virginia.

Genres: Adventure, Contemporary, Fantasy, Paranormal, Romance, Science Fiction

Audiences: Adult, All Ages, Young Adult