J.D. Barker

J.D. Barker is an American horror and mystery author. Born in Wisconsin, he worked as a corporate executive before pursuing his passion for writing. Barker's debut novel, "Forsaken," won the 2014 Bram Stoker Award for Best First Novel. Notable Works: - "Forsaken" (2014) - "The Fifth to Die" (2015) - "The Sixth Wicked Child" (2016) - "The Fourth Monkey" (2017) - "The Woman in the Woods" (2020) Awards: - Bram Stoker Award for Best First Novel (2014) Critical Success: Barker's novels have received critical acclaim for their fast-paced, suspenseful plots and well-developed characters. They have been praised for their ability to keep readers on the edge of their seats and for their exploration of dark psychological themes.