Laurell K Hamilton is an American author known for writing horror and urban fantasy novels. She is best known for her Anita Blake series, which follows a vampire hunter and animator in a world where vampires, werewolves, and other supernatural creatures exist alongside humans.
- Born on February 19, 1963, in Heber Springs, Arkansas.
- Began writing at a young age and wrote her first novel, Nightseer, while in college.
- Published her first Anita Blake novel, Guilty Pleasures, in 1993.
- Since then, she has published over 30 novels and numerous short stories, many of which have been bestsellers.
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The Anita Blake series follows a vampire hunter and animator named Anita Blake. The series is set in a world where vampires, werewolves, and other supernatural creatures exist alongside humans. There are currently 27 books in the series.
The Merry Gentry series follows a faerie princess named Meredith Gentry. The series is set in a world where faeries and other supernatural creatures exist alongside humans. There are currently 9 books in the series.
The Anita Blake series should be read in order of publication to properly understand the character development and overarching plot. The first book is Guilty Pleasures.
Laurell K Hamilton's books are typically classified as horror or urban fantasy.
No, Laurell K Hamilton's books are not appropriate for young readers. They contain explicit sexual content and graphic violence.
Yes, Laurell K Hamilton has stated that she plans to continue writing the Anita Blake series and has several more books planned.
Other authors who write in the urban fantasy genre and may appeal to fans of Laurell K Hamilton include Charlaine Harris, Jim Butcher, and Kim Harrison.