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.

fiction

  • 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

  • New Home New Journey

    On Friday, April 24th, I stepped into a new chapter of my life and into my new home. I made sure to take a little time off so I could enjoy the transition and settle into my new surroundings. Moving always comes with surprises, and mine showed up almost immediately. Shortly after selling my previous… 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

  • Magic is in the pen

    Diving Into My Creative Process: The Journey Behind Far From Oz When I first began writing Far From Oz in 2012, I didn’t realize how deeply the story would mirror my own journey of growth and healing. The series was inspired by some of my favorite classic tales—The Wizard of Oz, Neverland, and Alice Through… Read more