The internationally published, award-winning author of over 30 novels, Deborah Chester has written Regency romances, historical romances, young adult, science fiction, and fantasy. She is a tenured professor of professional writing in the Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Oklahoma, where she teaches novel and short story writing.
     She holds a B.A. with General Honors and an M.A. in Journalism; both degrees are from the University of Oklahoma, where she studied professional writing from author/teachers Jack M. Bickham, Robert L. Duncan, and Pulitzer-nominee Carolyn Hart. Chester has been writing professionally since 1978, and used two pseudonyms – Jay D. Blakeney and Sean Dalton – for some of her early science fiction.
     In 2004, she was inducted into the Writers Hall of Fame of America.

 REVIEWS

Deborah Chester’s novels are …

“Masterful.” – Extrapolations

“Entertaining.” – Starlog

“Epic fantasy at its romantic best.” – Midwest Book Review

“Chester is a world class fantasist.” – The Best Reviews

“Powerful … romantic.” -- Midwest Book Review

“Exciting [and] suspenseful.” -- Kliatt

The Pearls

"The characters are compelling, the plot is action-packed -- with complicated twists that fantasy fans crave -- and there's even a light dusting of romance. This is truly an all-around satisfying book. The sequel can't come soon enough!"
                              4.5 stars & January Top Pick, Romantic Times Magazine

“Chester, an accomplished award-winning writer, creates a rich world with interesting diverse characters.” -- SF Revu

“Enchanting.” – Review Archive

“… well-written … the depth of the characters is a definite plus.” – Critical Mass

The Queen’s Gambit

“A solid read.” – Kliatt

“ … a wholly believable heroine … 4.5 stars.” -- Romantic Times

The King Betrayed

“… refreshingly unusual … ” -- Rambles

“… [a] touching portrayal of Dain and Alexeika’s passionate love for each other and their children … 3 stars.” -- Romantic Times

The Queen’s Knight

“Satisfying. 3 stars.” -- Romantic Times

The Sword

“Deborah Chester creates an amazing land of magic and betrayal … ” --FantasyBookSpot.com

“ … a compelling fantasy that shimmers with magic ... mesmerizing. 4 stars.” – Romantic Times

“Entertaining.” – Starlog

The Ring

“ … a lyrical fantasy … as much about character as it is about magic. 3 stars.” --Romantic Times

The Chalice

“ … a riveting tale of destiny, treachery and courage. 4 stars.” – Romantic Times

“Chester is masterful at getting the reader emotionally involved. Highly recommended.” -- Extrapolations

The Alien Chronicles

“ … [a] compelling story and a cast of characters worth caring about.” -- The Johnsonian