Ed McDonald is a highly acclaimed fantasy fiction author, best known for his "Raven's Mark" series of novels. Born in the United Kingdom, McDonald spent several years traveling to different countries, living in various cities, and working in diverse professions. These experiences provided him with a wealth of material to draw upon for his writing, as well as the time and inspiration to create his novels.
Prior to becoming a successful fiction author, McDonald earned his reputation as a medieval historian and swordsman. His expertise in these areas is evident in his writing, which is known for its rich historical detail and vivid action scenes. The first novel in the "Raven's Mark" trilogy, "Blackwing," was published in 2017 and quickly gained a devoted following. The book has since been translated into several languages, including Russian, Hungarian, German, French, Spanish, and English for the United States market.
McDonald currently resides in London, where he balances his time between teaching at a university, wrangling plotlines for his next novel, and grading student papers. The city has provided him with a wealth of inspiration for many of his plotlines, and he has said that he finds the hustle and bustle of urban life to be a constant source of creative energy. When he's not immersed in his writing or academic pursuits, McDonald can often be found indulging in his hobby of fencing with pollaxes, rapiers, and longswords. Despite his many accomplishments, he remains a humble and approachable figure, always eager to engage with his readers and discuss his work.