James Lowder (born 1963)

Best-selling dark fantasy and horror author and award-winning editor[10]

What is James Lowder (born 1963) known for?

James Lowder, a celebrated American author, editor, game designer, and film critic, was born on January 2, 1963 in Quincy, Massachusetts. He is well known for his contributions to the fantasy, dark fantasy, and horror genres. Notably, he attended Whitman-Hanson Regional High School graduating in 1981, and his exemplary achievements led to his induction into the school's hall of fame a decade later in 1991.

Lowder's illustrious career started in the late 1980s, and he quickly made a name for himself with remarkable works like "Prince of Lies," "Knight of the Black Rose," and "Hobby Games: The 100 Best". His novels and short stories have been translated into more than a dozen languages, reaching audiences worldwide.

As an editor, Lowder directed several best-selling book lines for TSR, Inc. in the late 1980s and early 1990s, including the Forgotten Realms, Ravenloft, and Dark Sun. Later in his career, he turned his attention to creator-owned projects. His work has been recognized and lauded with a series of Origins Awards and an ENnie Award. Some of his short stories have also been listed in the honorable mentions of the annual Year's Best Fantasy and Horror.

Lowder's dedication to his craft extends far beyond writing. At Whitman-Hanson, he was actively involved in the school newspaper and yearbook, and he continued to contribute to academic publications while attending Marquette University. He even took graduate classes in English at the University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign, where he also taught writing, film, and fantasy literature courses.

To learn more about James Lowder, you can visit his official website.