Deborah Chester

Deborah Chester is a renowned and prolific American author, with over 40 novels published to her name. She has made her mark in various genres, including romance, science fiction, fantasy, and historical fiction. Chester's writing career began with romances, and she eventually expanded her repertoire to encompass other genres, demonstrating her versatility and adaptability as an author.

Chester has earned international recognition and numerous awards for her work. Her writing career has spanned over four decades, and she has employed three pseudonyms – Jay D. Blakeney, Sean Dalton, and C. Aubrey Hall – for some of her science fiction and fantasy works. In 2004, Chester was inducted into the Writers Hall of Fame of America, further solidifying her status as a respected and accomplished author.

In addition to her successful writing career, Deborah Chester is a tenured professor of professional writing at the University of Oklahoma's Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication. She teaches novel and short story writing, sharing her expertise and experience with aspiring writers. Chester earned both her B.A. with General Honors and an M.A. in Journalism from the University of Oklahoma, where she honed her writing skills under the tutelage of esteemed authors such as Jack M. Bickham, Robert L. Duncan, and Pulitzer-nominee Carolyn Hart. Chester's commitment to education and fostering the growth of new talent is a testament to her dedication to the literary community.