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Freelance author, game design writer, editor, and small press publisher; Work in the horror, fantasy, and science fiction genres.
Key Dates and Places
Born Date: December 9, 1970.
Career
Current occupation: Freelance author, game design writer, editor, and small press publisher.
Current Place of Work: Freelance.
Achievements and Recognition
Awards: Bram Stoker Award for editing "Worlds of Horror".
Skills
Writing, editing, game design, small press publishing.
Main Milestones
Birth and Early Childhood
December 9, 1970
Jennifer Brozek is born, marking the beginning of a life that would eventually be dedicated to storytelling and creative endeavors. While specific details of her early childhood remain less documented publicly, it is understood that this period fostered her imagination and laid the groundwork for her future creative pursuits. This period of time is important as a start to a prolific life.
Discovery of Roleplaying Games
Early Years: Roleplaying Game Beginnings
Like many authors in the speculative fiction and gaming space, Brozek's early exposure to roleplaying games such as Dungeons & Dragons proved influential. This experience ignited her passion for world-building, character development, and collaborative storytelling, skills she would later hone in her professional work. Her journey started when she was much younger, and these skills have been developed over a long time.
Early Writing and Editing Career
2005-2009
Brozek actively begins establishing herself as a freelance writer and editor. During this time, she contributes to various gaming and fiction projects, honing her skills and gaining experience within the industry. These projects were pivotal in building her portfolio and creating the networking to grow her skills.
Publication of "Industry Talk"
2009
Publication of “Industry Talk” which is a valuable resource guide about writing. The non-fiction book's popularity boosted her position in the industry and gave her credibility.
Stoker Award for Editing "Slices of Flesh"
2011
Brozek receives her first Bram Stoker Award for editing the anthology "Slices of Flesh", a significant recognition of her editorial skills and her contribution to the horror genre. This award marked a major milestone in her career, solidifying her reputation as a talented editor and taste-maker.
Publication of "Never Let Me Sleep"
2015
This urban fantasy novel is published and receives critical acclaim. It helps her make waves as an author of fiction.
Stoker Award for Editing "The Evil Guest"
2018
Jennifer receives a second Bram Stoker Award. The anthology is called "The Evil Guest".
Continued Work and Recognition
2023
Brozek continues to be a prolific figure in the publishing and gaming industries, working on various writing, editing, and design projects. She is also actively involved in mentorship and supporting other creatives in the field, cementing her legacy as a leader and advocate for diversity and inclusivity.
Before becoming a full-time writer, Brozek was a software QA engineer working on a wide range of projects, including video games.[2][3] Brozek co-chaired one of the first Babylon 5 science fiction conventions (StarQuest '95). She was the basis for a main character in the webcomicCasey and Andy by Andy Weir, named Jenn Brozek, who is listed as a 200-point GURPS character in the role-playing gameGURPS Casey and Andy.[4][5]
Brozek began her professional writing career in 2004. She was the editor-in-chief of the semiprozine, The Edge of Propinquity,[6] a webzine that published for six years, and worked as an assistant editor, sounding board, and convention volunteer for the Apex Book Company.[7] Brozek is now the creative director of Apocalypse Ink Productions and a member of International Association of Media Tie-in Writers (IAMTW), the Horror Writers Association, and the Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America (SFWA). She served as SFWA Director-at-Large from 2015 to 2017.[8]
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