Karen Marie Moning is an American author who writes urban fantasy, paranormal romance, and horror novels. She is best known for her Fever series and Highlanders series, which have been New York Times bestsellers. Her books often feature strong female characters and a blend of Celtic and Norse mythology.
- Karen Marie Moning was born in Cincinnati, Ohio in 1964.
- She graduated from Purdue University with a bachelor's degree in society and law.
- She worked as a bartender, a computer consultant, and an insurance specialist before becoming a full-time writer.
- Moning has published over 20 novels and won several awards for her work.
- Her Fever series, which follows the adventures of MacKayla Lane in a world of faeries and other supernatural beings, has been adapted into a graphic novel.
- In addition to her writing, Moning also runs an online store that sells merchandise related to her books.
- She currently lives in Georgia with her husband and pets.
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The Fever series follows the adventures of MacKayla Lane as she navigates a world filled with faeries, sidhe-seers, and other supernatural beings. The series contains five books, beginning with Darkfever.
The Highlander series is a collection of romance novels set in medieval Scotland. The series contains eight books, beginning with Beyond the Highland Mist.
The Chronicles of Dani O'Malley is a spin-off series from the Fever series that follows the adventures of MacKayla Lane's protege, Dani O'Malley. The series contains three books, beginning with Iced.
The reading order for the Fever series is: Darkfever, Bloodfever, Faefever, Dreamfever, Shadowfever.
No, the Highlander and Fever series are not related, although they both feature strong female characters and elements of fantasy and romance.
Karen Marie Moning's books are generally intended for an adult audience, although some of her novels may also be appropriate for older teenagers.
Karen Marie Moning has written over 20 books, including the Fever series, the Highlander series, and the Chronicles of Dani O'Malley.
There has been talk of a movie adaptation of the Fever series, but nothing has been confirmed at this time.