William Joseph Burns

William Joseph Burns is an award-winning author known for bringing excitement and intrigue to his stories. His books, spanning genres from fantasy to horror, have won both critical praise and readers' hearts. With a long and impressive writing career that dates back to the early 1990s, Burns continues to share his unique stories and experiences with opening many minds.

Burns was born in Devon during the 1970s. Growing up, he was fascinated with the fantastical tales of Lewis Carroll, J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis. By the age of 15, he was already writing and trying to create his own stories, which eventually developed into a passion for writing. The first of his pieces to be published was a short story collection entitled “Tales of Wonder”, which was released in 1990.

By 2000, Burns had already released his first novel, “The House of the Four Winds”. The House of the Four Winds is considered a classic in the fantasy genre, featuring strong, compelling characters and a captivating storyline. The book was nominated for the British Fantasy Award and later went on to be adapted for a stage production in the UK.

Burns followed up his first novel with “The Long Dark” in 2001, a horror novel which was hailed as “masterful” by the New York Times. The novel was praised for its combination of horror, science fiction, and fantasy, making it a unique and deeply engaging read. In 2004, Burns released the sequel to The Long Dark, “The Deep Dark”. It too was positively received, with critics and readers noting its ability to draw the reader in with a mix of intense emotion and suspense.

Burns released a series of fantasy novels throughout the late 2000s and early 2010s, which focus on adventure, romance and danger. His stories often involve elemental magic and powerful ancient forces, creating an immersive world for the reader to explore. In 2011, Burns’ “The Rose and the Minotaur” was released to much critical acclaim and was the recipient of the British Fantasy Award for Best Fantasy Novel.

The latter part of Burns’ career has seen him take on a variety of styles, with some of his books exploring more horror and science fiction and others exploring more traditional fantasy. In 2018, Burns released one of his more unique and entertaining books, “The Geometry of Doom”. In the book, technology and madness come together in a thrilling and thought-provoking story.

Burns continues to write today, and his books remain as popular as ever. His unique writing style and vivid imagination have won him fans all over the world. His books are perfect for those who are looking for something beyond the traditional fantasy or horror genres and are looking to explore something new and exciting. William Joseph Burns is definitely an author to watch out for.