J.L. Bryan is a successful American author, well-known for his work in the horror, science fiction, and fantasy genres. He is best known for his Paranormals, Songs of Magic, and Ellie Jordan series. Bryan pursued his undergraduate studies in English literature at the University of Georgia and further enhanced his writing skills at Oxford, with a focus on English Renaissance and Romantic literature. His academic pursuits also included studying screenwriting at UCLA. He currently resides in Atlanta with his wife, Christina, their son, and several pets.
Bryan's writing style is characterized by his ability to blend elements of supernatural, science fiction, paranormal, horror, and fantasy genres to create unique and engaging stories. The Paranormals series, penned by Bryan, features standalone novels centered on different characters, each named after the primary character. In contrast, the Songs of Magic series focuses on fairy tales and magical worlds, revolving around central characters. While many of his works contain violent and frightening sequences, they are not recommended for readers below 18 years of age.
In addition to his Paranormals and Songs of Magic series, Bryan has written several standalone novels, including Inferno Park, The Unseen, and Jenny Pox, all of which feature supernatural elements, with some being darker than others. Despite his busy writing schedule, Bryan cherishes the time he spends with his family and pets, having formed a small community of animals in his home. He enjoys playing with them and taking care of them, using the time to relieve stress from his writing.