Lynn Emery
Lynn Emery is a prolific author known for her work across multiple genres, including mystery, supernatural, horror, and romance. She has written over thirty novels, with a particular focus on series set in her home state of Louisiana. Emery's background as a licensed clinical social worker has significantly influenced her writing, providing her with unique insights into human behavior and compelling plot elements. Her third novel, 'After All,' was adapted into a movie by BET. Emery has received recognition for her work, including an Excellence in Romance Fiction award from Romantic Times Magazine and an Honor Award for Fiction from the Black Caucus of the American Library Association for 'Blood Bayou.' She is also known for her engaging writing style, often incorporating Louisiana lore and supernatural themes.
Awards
['Excellence in Romance Fiction by Romantic Times Magazine (for Night Magic)', 'RSJ Emma Awards (Author of the Year, Kiss Lonely Goodbye Best Novel, Favorite Hero - 2004)', 'Nominated for Romantic Times Lifetime Achievement Award in Multicultural Romance Fiction (2000)', 'Nominated for Best Multicultural Mainstream Fiction by Romantic Times Magazine (Good Woman Blues - 2005)', 'Black Caucus of the American Library Association Honor Award for Fiction (Blood Bayou - 2024)']
Notable Works
['After All (adapted into a BET movie)', 'Night Magic', 'Blood Bayou', 'Joliet Sisters Psychic Detectives series', 'LaShaun Rousselle Mystery series', 'Dr. Zen Mysteries series', 'Triple Trouble Mysteries series', 'Louisiana Love series', 'Nola Rae Landry Mysteries series']
