Jennifer Lee (Author)

Fantasy that lingers long after the last page

About Me

Hi, I’m Jennifer Lee, an author drawn to the space where darkness meets understanding. Writing has always been my way of exploring the fragile balance between hope and despair — and finding meaning in the shadows.
My novels, Far From Oz and Falling from Neverland, unravel haunting yet heartfelt stories about truth, loss, and healing. My upcoming book, Free from the Looking Glass, continues that journey, reflecting on identity and the illusions we must break to find ourselves.
Through my stories, I hope to reach those who’ve ever felt lost or unseen — reminding them that even in darkness, there is light to be found.

creative writing

  • When the Wheels of Creation Begin to Turn Again

    There is something magical about feeling the wheels of creation begin to turn once more after a project has remained silent for far too long. As writers, we often hear advice about consistency, discipline, and daily word counts. While those things certainly have their place, I have learned that some stories refuse to be rushed.… Read more

  • Celebrating the Small Steps

    Today was a good day. It may not seem like much to anyone else, but today I finally wrote the chapter that has been quietly waiting for me for months. The words that had refused to come suddenly found their way onto the page, and before I knew it, they led me into the next… Read more

  • The Pace That Belongs to You

    I recently joined another writing platform, hoping to connect with readers and find my audience. Like most social sites, the notifications never stop. New posts appear every hour, people celebrate growing follower counts, and it seems like everyone is posting every single day. Meanwhile, I wrote a few posts, joined a few conversations, and then…life… Read more

  • Letting Go of the Writer I Thought I Had to Be

    For the longest time, I believed there was only one way to write fantasy. It had to be poetic. Every scene had to be layered with description. Every moment had to paint a picture so detailed that the reader could walk through it exactly as I saw it. If a sentence was simple, I worried… Read more

  • A Look Inside Falling From NeverLand

    Lately, I’ve been spending a lot of time working on a promotional trailer for Falling From NeverLand. While I originally created the trailer in Canva, I’ve also been experimenting with several other tools to create the right imagery and find voices that sound authentic enough to bring the story to life. Learning something completely new… Read more

  • The Beginnings of a New Idea

    A new story has been forming in my mind. In a world where ancient tribes carry the marks of divine beings, three powers have always ruled: Judgment, Protection, and Balance. But prophecy warns of a fourth mark. Chaos. My main character, Logan, was never meant to carry anything. Born a twin, he was supposed to… Read more

  • Progress Over Perfection

    How I’m learning to use creative tools to bring stories like Far from Oz to life. When I first started writing, I relied on simple editing tools to help shape my work. Programs like ProWritingAid and Hemingway Editor became part of my routine. In the beginning, I used the free versions, learning what I could… Read more

  • Far from Oz — When Connection Is the Only Escape

    Sometimes the most powerful stories aren’t about leaving a place — they’re about being seen inside it. There is a quiet kind of loneliness that doesn’t scream. It doesn’t break things. It doesn’t rage. It simply waits — in the corners of rooms, in the weight of silence, in the spaces where voices should be.… Read more

  • The Story Behind the Happy Little Series 🦋

    What started as a simple little project has grown into something far more meaningful than we ever imagined. The Happy Little Series began as a small creative idea—just a fun, gentle concept meant to bring joy to young readers through colorful characters and simple, comforting stories. There was no big plan, no long-term vision, no… Read more

  • The Spark That Never Checks the Clock

    Inspiration has a funny way of finding us when we least expect it. It shows up while brushing your teeth.While cleaning the house.Driving down the road.And sometimes—at the absolute worst time—right in the middle of a work shift, when you still have hours to go and nowhere to put the thoughts racing through your mind.… Read more