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Kate Elliott

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Science Fiction & Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance

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February 2011


As a child in rural Oregon, Kate Elliott made up stories because she longed to escape to a world of lurid adventure fiction. She now writes fantasy, steampunk, and science fiction, often with a romantic edge. She currently lives in Hawaii, where she paddles outrigger canoes and spoils her schnauzer.

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Kate Elliott I'm currently working on a novella for the Court of Fives universe, set between books 2 and 3. I'm also working on Black Wolves 2, the second of that …moreI'm currently working on a novella for the Court of Fives universe, set between books 2 and 3. I'm also working on Black Wolves 2, the second of that epic fantasy series.(less)
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Hi! I just finished the four Jaran novels, which are honestly incredible. Are you still planning on finishing them? I saw you answered a similar question in 2015, but the link is down and I haven't seen a more recent update. I really hope so! Thanks for sharing :)
Kate Elliott Thank you so much. I'm so glad you enjoyed the Jaran books. I don't currently have a timetable for the completion of the rest of the Jaran cycle, alth…moreThank you so much. I'm so glad you enjoyed the Jaran books. I don't currently have a timetable for the completion of the rest of the Jaran cycle, although I know what it covers. My medium term goal is to write a standalone novella as a new entry point into the world (since it's been so long), and while I do have that started, I'm not sure when I will have a chance to finish it. Unfortunately that's all the news I have at the moment. I appreciate your question, and your patience, and thank you SO MUCH for reading.(less)
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Hey, peeps! The audiobook for THE NAMELESS LAND, narrated by the fantastic Ella Lynch, is now available on all audio platforms and other places you can buy audio.

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Thank you so much for your kind words about "Barnacle." I don't have anything at the moment set in this world, but I do have a concept in mind that I could expand on, should I get the time and space to do so. At the moment I simply don't know if that See Full Answer
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“I will either find a way, or make one.”
― Kate Elliott, Cold Magic
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“A kiss can be like the world turning over. It can be like the tide of a dragon's dream washing through the unseen world that is hidden to mortal eyes but that nevertheless permeates our being. It can be hot and cold together, as vast as the heavens and yet specific to the pressure of hands and the parting of lips. It raised more intense feelings than I had expected, like being engulfed in a storm of lightning.”
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“...because when beauty awes you, you must halt and try to catch your breath and your staggered heart.”
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Kate Elliott Lucinda wrote: "Dear Kate,
As a huge admirer & fan of your work (inc. the crown of stars series & crossroads) i am hence honored to know you on Goodreads, which is a fantastic site where one is able to converse ..."

Lucinda,

thank you so much for the kind words! I don't do a lot on goodreads except mirror my blog posts here, because I know there are people reading such things here who may not be on Twitter or reading blogs. I am always eager to find places where I can say "thank you" to my wonderful readers!

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