Tucson Festival of Books | Jennifer K Lambert

Jennifer K Lambert (she/her)

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Jennifer K. Lambert lives in Santa Fe, New Mexico, with her husband of over thirty years, his chocolate lab assistance dog, two Maine coon cats who assist no one, and plentiful free-range lizards. Her high fantasy novel, "Never the Roses," fell on her from out of the sky and became a dream come true. She also writes under the name Jeffe Kennedy. She is a multi-award winning and bestselling author primarily in epic fantasy romance, and is a past president of the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers Association.

Awards: RITA Award

Scheduled events:

How To Heal a Heart

What does it cost to love when you've been broken? Join authors Julie Leong, Jennifer Lambert and Alix Harrow as they discuss crafting relationships that simmer and ache, the art of emotional intimacy, and why sometimes the slowest burns leave the deepest marks.

Student Union Sabino (Seats 87)

Sat, Mar 14, 11:30 am - 12:25 pm
Sci-Fi / Fantasy / Horror
Signing area: UA Campus Store Book Sales (Mall) (following presentation)

Panelists: Alix Harrow, Jennifer Lambert, Julie Leong
Moderator: Victoria Salajko
Sponsor: Session made possible courtesy of Joan and Adrian Van Loozenoord

Creating Worlds That Breathe

Every great fantasy begins with a world that feels lived-in. But how do you build a universe from scratch? Join Alix Harrow, Adrienne Young and Jennifer Lambert as they discuss building fantasy worlds that feel real. They will compare notes on the research and imagination required, and just how they craft unforgettable settings.

Student Union Kachina (Seats 100)

Sat, Mar 14, 2:30 pm - 3:25 pm
Sci-Fi / Fantasy / Horror
Signing area: UA Campus Store Book Sales (Mall) (following presentation)

Panelists: Alix Harrow, Jennifer Lambert, Adrienne Young
Moderator: Natalie Polston
Sponsor: Session made possible courtesy of Bourn Companies

Book:

Never the Roses

Sci-Fi / Fantasy / Horror
Tor Publishing Group
July 2025
ISBN 9781250360342
368 pages
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