P.N. Elrod

Patricia Nead Elrod, who goes by the pen name P.N. Elrod, is a renowned American author, best known for her urban fantasy novels. She has a particular fascination with vampires, which is reflected in her work, and has written several series and short stories based on these creatures of the night. Her vampires, however, are not the monstrous beings often depicted in horror stories, but rather the heroes of her tales.

Elrod's most famous work is "The Vampire Files" series, which features Jack Fleming, a vampire private investigator, as the main character. The series follows Fleming's adventures as he tries to solve his own murder, and there are currently twelve books in the series, with more on the way. In addition to "The Vampire Files," Elrod has also written the "Jonathan Barrett: Gentleman Vampire" series and several standalone novels, including "The Hanged Man."

Besides being an accomplished author, Elrod is also an experienced editor, having worked for several publishing houses such as DAW, Benbella Books, Ace science fiction, and St Martin's Griffin. She has even edited anthologies featuring stories by New York Times Urban Fantasy bestsellers. In addition to her traditional publishing work, Elrod has also self-published a limited edition novel under her imprint, Vampire Books.

In summary, P.N. Elrod is a highly respected urban fantasy author and editor, with a particular interest in vampires. Her work has captivated readers worldwide, and she has made significant contributions to the genre through her writing and editing. With her ongoing "Vampire Files" series and other standalone novels, Elrod's work continues to delight and entertain fans of the supernatural.