Jody Lynn Nye crafts engaging fantasy and science fiction narratives, often infused with a distinctive sense of humor and a focus on unexpected circumstances. Her writing style is playful and accessible, inviting readers into her imaginative worlds with ease. Nye explores themes of friendship, unlikely heroes, and navigating life's challenges with a light touch. Her works are characterized by flights of fancy and original concepts that entertain and captivate.
The story follows magician Skeeve and his quirky team at M.Y.T.H., Inc., as they embark on humorous and adventurous escapades in a whimsical fantasy world. The series is known for its lighthearted tone and engaging character dynamics, showcasing the blend of magic and comedy that keeps readers entertained.
Dr. Shona Taylor's new assignment leads her to uncover unsettling truths beneath the facade of an idyllic planet. As she delves deeper, she confronts a stark contrast between the surface beauty and the dark realities that lie beneath, challenging her perceptions and beliefs. This exploration reveals a gripping narrative filled with suspense and thought-provoking themes about the nature of existence and the hidden complexities of life.
Set in a unique medical unit aboard a starship, Dr. Shona Taylor leads a diverse team, including an Abyssinian cat and an alien named Chirwl. They confront a dire situation on Chirwl's home planet, where both humans and ottles are rapidly aging. As they race against time to uncover the cause and develop a cure, the fate of the entire colony hangs in the balance. The story blends elements of science fiction with medical intrigue, showcasing the challenges faced by this unconventional crew.
Dr. Shona Taylor, an expert in environmental medicine, faces a dire epidemic threatening colony worlds. Armed with her unique menagerie—a hazard-detecting cat, a vaccine-synthesizing dog, and an intelligent alien named Chirwl—she races against time to uncover the truth behind the outbreak. However, sinister forces frame her as a villain, branding her the Angel of Death. As she fights to find a cure, Shona must navigate danger and deception to save lives, including her own and those of her extraordinary companions.
The story follows Keith Doyle as he embarks on his journey in graduate school, navigating the challenges of academia and personal growth. As he faces the pressures of advanced studies, Keith encounters a diverse cast of characters that influence his path. Themes of ambition, friendship, and self-discovery unfold as he learns to balance his aspirations with the realities of life in higher education. The narrative captures the transformative experiences that shape Keith's identity during this pivotal time.
The story revolves around Keith, who has just begun an exciting internship as a copywriter while celebrating his friend Holl's marriage at Hollow Tree Farm. However, trouble arises when a client of Keith's agency dumps toxic waste on the Little Folks' land, leading to the kidnapping of Holl's cousin Dola and his newborn baby, Asrai. With the help of magical air sprites he has discovered, Keith rallies the Little Folk to rescue them, blending adventure with themes of friendship and environmental protection.
Set against a backdrop of archaeological exploration in the British Isles, the story follows Keith Doyle, a business major with a penchant for the mystical, and his best friend Holl. Their summer adventure aims to uncover Holl's ancestry and fulfill a crucial rite for his marriage to Maura. However, their journey takes a perilous turn as Keith's reckless actions draw the ire of hostile magical beings and human smugglers. With the help of the Master and Keith's girlfriend Diane, they must navigate these dangers to protect their futures and friendships.
A business major at Midwestern University finds a hidden village of magical elves in the library, led by The Master, who helps students with their studies. Keith is torn between his feelings for Marcy, a member of the elf class, and his role in a modernization campaign threatening the library's existence. As tensions rise, Keith must navigate his social struggles and the elves' plight, discovering that elven magic and entrepreneurial spirit might be the key to saving them both.
Set in a unique military science fiction universe, this story follows a group known as the Wolfe Pack as they navigate intense battles and strategic challenges. With a twist that sets it apart from traditional military narratives, the characters face not only external threats but also internal conflicts that test their loyalty and resolve. The plot delves into themes of camaraderie, sacrifice, and the moral complexities of warfare, making for a gripping and thought-provoking read.
In New York Times bestselling author Robert Asprin and Jody Lynn Nye's newest Big Easy dragon tale, Griffen McCandles is about to give the forces of evil a run for their money... Griffen already has his hands full running his gambling operation in New Orleans and dealing with his dragon heritage. Now his pregnant sister, Valerie, is missing--possibly kidnapped--and his uncle, Malcolm McCandles, has flown into town for a mysterious meeting with a powerful man who's been dead for almost eight decades. And Griffen certainly hasn't got the time to protect Councilwoman Penny Dunbar, a dragon who's running for governor of Louisiana--if malign forces don't take her out first. Griffen learned a long time ago to play the hand fate has dealt him, but with many lives at stake--including Val's unborn dragon--he's hoping for an ace in the hole...
