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J.D.R. Hawkins
BornJulie Diane Hawkins
(1959-06-09) June 9, 1959 (age 65)
Sioux City, Iowa, U.S.
OccupationAuthor
NationalityAmerican
GenreHistorical Fiction, Non-fiction
Notable worksA Beautiful Glittering Lie, A Rebel Among Us
Notable awardsJohn Esten Cooke Fiction Award, B.R.A.G. Medallion

J.D.R. Hawkins (born June 9, 1959) is an American author known for her historical novels set during the American Civil War. She is known for her "Renegade Series," which includes books such as A Beautiful Glittering Lie and A Rebel Among Us. Hawkins is a recipient of the John Esten Cooke Fiction Award and the B.R.A.G. Medallion.[1]

Early Life and Education

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Hawkins was born in Sioux City, Iowa. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in journalism from Iowa State University.[2]

Career

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Hawkins began her writing career by crafting short stories, articles, and children's books before moving into full-length novels.[3] She focuses primarily on the Civil War era, writing from a Southern perspective. Her "Renegade Series" comprises four novels that center on the experiences of a family from northern Alabama during the war. These books include A Beautiful Glittering Lie, A Beckoning Hellfire, A Rebel Among Us, and Double-Edged Sword. Several of these works have won multiple awards, including the John Esten Cooke Fiction Award and the B.R.A.G. Medallion.[4][5][6][7]

In addition to her fiction, Hawkins authored a non-fiction book titled Horses in Gray, which explores the roles of Confederate warhorses during the Civil War.[8] She has been featured in various publications, and her work has been recognized by historical societies and literary organizations.[9][10]

Awards and Recognition

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Hawkins has received multiple accolades for her work, including:

  • John Esten Cooke Fiction Award (2013, 2017, 2023)[11][12][13]
  • B.R.A.G. Medallion (2012, 2022)[14][15]

Bibliography

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  • A Beautiful Glittering Lie: A Novel of the Civil War (Book one of the Renegade Series) (2021) ISBN 978-1643619941[16]
  • A Beckoning Hellfire: A Novel of the Civil War (Book two of the Renegade Series) (2021) ISBN 978-1648030772[17]
  • A Rebel Among Us: A Novel of the Civil War (Book three of the Renegade Series) (2021) ISBN 978-1648030796[18]
  • Double-Edged Sword: A Novel of Reconstruction (Book four of the Renegade Series) (2022) ISBN 978-1685363161[19]
  • Horses In Gray: Famous Confederate Warhorses (2017) ISBN 978-1455623273[20]
  • Success Mindsets: How Top Entrepreneurs Succeed in Business and Life (2022) ISBN 978-1637350928[21]

Memberships

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Hawkins is a member of several literary and historical organizations, including:

References

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  1. ^ says, J. D. R. Hawkins (2022-04-26). "Excerpt – Double-Edged Sword by J.D.R. Hawkins". StoreyBook Reviews. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  2. ^ Kennedy, Kat. "A Beautiful Glittering Lie: A Novel of the Civil War". The US Review of Books.
  3. ^ "A Rebel Among Us - J.D.R. Hawkins - Historical Fiction, Romance Books". indieBRAG. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  4. ^ "A Beckoning Hellfire - J.D.R. Hawkins - Historical Fiction Books". indieBRAG. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  5. ^ "John Esten Cooke Award". jdrhawkins.com. Retrieved 2023-04-18.
  6. ^ "A Rebel Among Us Wins John Esten Cooke Fiction Award". jdrhawkins.com. Retrieved 2023-04-18.
  7. ^ "John Esten Cooke Fiction Award Winner". jdrhawkins.com. Retrieved 2023-04-18.
  8. ^ "Julie Hawkins, Author | Books | Series | Interview | Deals | Newsletter | Contact | Site". AllAuthor. Retrieved 2024-03-28.
  9. ^ "Award-Winning Author J.D.R. Hawkins Interview". saralouisaauthor.com. Retrieved 2023-04-19.
  10. ^ "A Rebel Among Us - J.D.R. Hawkins - Historical Fiction, Romance Books". indieBRAG. Retrieved 2024-10-09.
  11. ^ "John Esten Cooke Award". jdrhawkins.com. Retrieved 2023-04-18.
  12. ^ "A Rebel Among Us Wins John Esten Cooke Fiction Award". jdrhawkins.com. Retrieved 2023-04-18.
  13. ^ "John Esten Cooke Fiction Award Winner". jdrhawkins.com. Retrieved 2023-04-18.
  14. ^ "A Beautiful Glittering Lie". BragMedallion.com. Retrieved 2023-04-17.
  15. ^ "Double-Edged Sword". BragMedallion.com. Retrieved 2023-04-17.
  16. ^ Hawkins, J. D. R. (5 August 2021). A Beautiful Glittering Lie. Westwood Books. ISBN 978-1643619941.
  17. ^ Hawkins, J. D. R. (6 August 2021). A Beckoning Hellfire. Westwood Books. ISBN 978-1648030772.
  18. ^ Hawkins, J. D. R. (5 August 2021). A Rebel Among Us. Westwood Books. ISBN 978-1648030796.
  19. ^ Double-Edged Sword. ISBN 1685363164.
  20. ^ Horses in Gray. ISBN 145562327X.
  21. ^ Rutkowska, Alinka; et al. (12 April 2022). Success Mindsets: How Top Entrepreneurs Succeed in Business and Life. Leaders Press. ISBN 978-1637350928.
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