Kim Harrison Gavin Marguerite

Kim Harrison, the pen name for American author Dawn Cook, is widely recognized for her New York Times #1 bestselling urban fantasy series, The Hollows. This series is set in an alternate history where a pandemic caused by genetically modified tomatoes significantly reduced the human population. Beyond The Hollows, Harrison has authored over two dozen books across various genres, including young adult fiction, thrillers, anthologies, and a detailed world book. She also writes traditional fantasy under her birth name, Dawn Cook, with series like Decoy Princess and Truth. Her career began with science fiction, but she shifted to contemporary fantasy to emphasize character development. After a period of struggle, she achieved success with her debut novel, 'Dead Witch Walking,' in 2004, allowing her to write full-time. Harrison has received acclaim from fellow authors and achieved significant commercial success, with her work being noted for its contribution to the urban fantasy genre. She also engages with her fanbase through her website and blog and is a member of the International Thriller Writers.

Kim Harrison, born Dawn Cook, initially pursued a career in traditional science fiction before transitioning to contemporary fantasy to allow for deeper character exploration. After a prolonged period of aspiring authorship, her career gained momentum with the publication of 'Dead Witch Walking' in 2004. This marked the beginning of the highly successful Hollows series, which includes numerous novels, two graphic novels, and supplementary materials like 'The Hollows Insider.' Harrison also writes traditional fantasy under her birth name, Dawn Cook, producing series such as 'Decoy Princess' and 'Truth.' The revelation that Dawn Cook and Kim Harrison were the same author occurred in May 2009, easing the difficulty of maintaining separate identities.

Harrison's writing process is influenced by various elements, including music, for which she often provides song lists for her characters. Her favorite author is Ray Bradbury. She has been praised by peers and has achieved the #1 spot on the New York Times Best Seller list, establishing her as a significant figure in urban fantasy. Her work has been described as contributing to the genre of 'sexy supernaturalism.' Harrison's approach to writing, even during her early education, was unconventional, as she reportedly avoided extensive English courses beyond mandatory requirements.

The Rachel Morgan series, also known as The Hollows, is set in a world drastically altered by a pandemic originating from genetically engineered tomatoes. This event led to a significant reduction in the human population, creating a unique backdrop for supernatural events and character interactions. The series encompasses a broad range of media within its universe, including main novels, prequels like 'The Turn,' graphic novels such as 'Blood Work' and 'Blood Crime,' and various short stories and novellas. These supplementary works often explore the origins of characters or delve into specific relationships and events within the Hollows world.

“I'm glad it's out in the open, because it is hard to maintain these two separate identities, and remind your friends or family when you go out, "I'm Kim today, so don't call me Dawn." The division has served its purpose. I'm still going to be Kim, but now if somebody calls me Dawn I won't have to say "Shut your mouth!"”