Jennifer Willis

Jennifer Willis is an author known for crafting stories of magickal mayhem, unlikely adventure, and playful intrigue. She has written the "Haunted Coast" paranormal cozy mystery series, the Norse-themed "Rune Witch" urban fantasy series, and the "MARS" science fiction romance books. Her work has appeared in notable publications, including the British Fantasy Award-winning anthology "Women Destroy Science Fiction" from Lightspeed, which NPR named one of the best books of 2014. She also authored the "Why We Look Up" column for Sky & Telescope and previously wrote the "Northwest Love Stories" feature for The Oregonian.

Willis blends her passion for sci-fi and urban fantasy into her writing, creating immersive worlds filled with enchantment and wonder. Her diverse bibliography reflects her interests, spanning genres from paranormal mysteries to Norse mythology-inspired tales. Beyond writing, she is an amateur astronomer and outdoor enthusiast who finds inspiration in nature and the cosmos.

Residing in Oregon, Willis shares her home with her partner, a giant dog, and a collection of cats. Her love for storytelling continues to drive her work, bringing imaginative narratives to readers who share her fascination with the fantastical.
Haunted Coast Books
# Title Year
1 Crooked Curse 2021
2 Fatal Fundraiser 2022
3 Tainted Treasure 2023
4 Sinister Snare 2024
5 Poison Pen 2025
Mars Adventure Romance Books
# Title Year
1 Lovers and Lunatics 2017
2 Mars Heat 2017
3 Mars Ho! 2018
Rune Witch Books
# Title Year
1 Moon Dog Magic / Valhalla 2011
2 Elements of Magic 2012
3 Black Pool Magic 2018
4 Raven Quest 2018
5 Chaos Magic 2018
6 Twilight Magic 2018
Standalone Novels
# Title Year
1 Rhythm 2001
Jennifer Willis Anthologies
# Title Year
1 Lightspeed Magazine, June 2014: Women Destroy Science Fiction! Special Issue 2014
2 League of Space Pirates: Precognitive Universe of Emergent Desire 2016