Kelley Armstrong
Canadian author of supernatural fiction
Born
December 14th, 1968
56 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Canada
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An author specializing in supernatural fiction, primarily known for the 'Women of the Otherworld' series. This series includes notable titles such as 'Bitten', which features the story of the world's only female werewolf. Armstrong has also explored other genres, including young adult fiction and fantasy, with series like 'Darkest Powers' and 'The Age of Legends'. Through her work, she has engaged a large readership and contributed significantly to the genre of paranormal literature.
wrote the 'Women of the Otherworld' series
authored 'Bitten'
created the 'Darkest Powers' series
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