J.L. Odom
J.L. Odom is from Oklahoma and served five years in the Marine Corps as an Arabic linguist before earning a degree in International Affairs from George Washington University, specializing in Conflict and Security.
She lives with her husband and five children, moving wherever the U.S. Army sends them.
Her hobbies include running, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and cooking for large groups.
Odom draws inspiration from C.S. Lewis, Robin McKinley, war history, Middle Eastern languages, and desert landscapes.
Her military and linguistic background deeply informs her fantasy writing, particularly evident in the cultural authenticity of her debut novel.
