About

​Harper Dent is a speculative fiction writer. Much of her inspiration comes from the natural world and love of the outdoors. She often writes in the company of her boisterous dog, Elvis - a dog who believes barrelling people over in public is a form of affection.

 

Harper's work ranges from caring for baby dragons on a phoenix ranch, to training apprentice Acrimancers. Despite exploring a number of speculative genres, Harper's passion is in the fantasy realm with inspiration from the likes of Robin Hobb, John Flanagan and Christopher Paolini. Other authors that have been key in influencing Harper's love of books include John Marsden, Garth Nix, Michael Pryor, Isobelle Carmody and Emily Rodda. 

 

Apart from writing, Harper has a background in technical and IT fields. Her analytical training and love of nature shape the distinctive worlds she creates in her fiction. She is also fond of dark chocolate, ocean swimming, and kale — yes, kale.