Jonathan L. Howard is a seasoned game designer, scriptwriter, and author who has been active in the industry since the early 1990s. He has worked on various video games, including the acclaimed 'Broken Sword' series. Originally from the United Kingdom, Howard currently resides near Bristol with his wife and daughter.
Howard gained literary fame with his series of black comedy novels about Johannes Cabal, a necromancer. After publishing two short stories featuring the character in H.P. Lovecraft's Magazine of Horror, Howard released his first Johannes Cabal novel, "Johannes Cabal the Necromancer," in 2009. The series now includes four books, with the latest, "The Fall of the House of Cabal," set for publication in late 2016. Additionally, Howard has penned two novels in the "Russalka Chronicles" series, and the "Goon Squad" superhero stories. His latest series, "Carter & Lovecraft," began with the publication of "Carter & Lovecraft" in 2015, and the sequel, "After the End of the World," followed in 2017.
In addition to his success in the horror, science fiction, and fantasy genres, Howard is a game designer and BAFTA-nominated scriptwriter with over twenty years of experience. His work in the game industry includes creating engaging narratives and scripts for numerous titles. With his diverse background and extensive experience, Howard has established himself as a prominent figure in both the literary and game design worlds.