Amanda Carlson is a author who resides in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She was born and raised in the same state and lives with her husband, who is the father of her three children. From a young age, Amanda has been passionate about writing, with her early works often focusing on the social lives of teenage girls. She has been writing for over a decade and has built a successful career as an author.
Amanda is a graduate of the University of Minnesota, where she earned a BA in Speech and Hearing Science as well as Child Development. She later went on to get an A.A.S. in Sign Language Interpreting and worked as an interpreter until after the birth of her first child. In addition to her writing, Amanda is a dedicated mother and has said that her children are her greatest inspiration.
Amanda is best known for her Jessica McClain series, which is published by Hachette Book Group's Orbit imprint in the US and UK. The series, which includes the novel "Full Blooded," follows the adventures of the title character, a woman who is the only female werewolf in existence. Amanda's writing is known for its fast pace and action-packed storylines, and she has built a loyal following of readers who enjoy her unique take on urban fantasy.
In addition to the Jessica McClain series, Amanda has also written the Sin City Collectors series, a foray into paranormal romance, and the Phoebe Meadows series, which explores contemporary fantasy and Norse mythology. Her latest series, Holly Danger, is a futuristic series set in a dystopian world. Amanda is an active member of the writing community and can be found on various social media sites, where she enjoys connecting with her readers.