Who are some well - known LDS authors in the fiction genre?

Raymond Chandler is a well - known pulp fiction author. His works often feature tough private detectives.

Anne Rice is a well - known author. While not all of her work is strictly 'erotic vampire fiction', her Vampire Chronicles do contain elements of sensuality and eroticism within the vampire - related stories. Her vivid descriptions of the vampire world and the relationships within it have influenced the genre.

Toni Morrison is a very well - known female author. She has written many important fictional works such as 'Beloved'. Her writing often explores the African - American experience, including slavery, racism, and the power of love and community. Her works are complex and deeply engaging, making her one of the most respected authors in American literature.

C.S. Lewis is a very well - known Christian author of fiction. His 'The Chronicles of Narnia' series is a classic. It uses the fictional world of Narnia to convey Christian themes like sacrifice, redemption, and the battle between good and evil. Another is J.R.R. Tolkien. While not all of his works are overtly Christian, his Christian beliefs influenced 'The Lord of the Rings' series, with themes of heroism in the face of great evil and the importance of friendship.

As mentioned before, Dashiell Hammett is a well - known author in this genre. His works often feature tough detectives and gritty settings. Another one is Mickey Spillane. His books, like 'I, the Jury', are known for their hard - boiled style.

Stephen King is a very well - known author in horror fiction. He has written numerous best - selling horror novels like 'Carrie', 'Misery', etc. His works often explore the dark side of human nature and the unknown. Another is Bram Stoker, famous for 'Dracula'. His vampire story has influenced countless horror works that followed. Mary Shelley is also renowned for 'Frankenstein', which is considered a pioneer in the horror genre.

Philip K. Dick often delved into themes related to the altered self. His works like 'Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?' explore what it means to be human and how identity can be altered, especially in the context of artificial beings that seem almost human.

A well - known author is Lily Evans. She has written several books in this genre, and her works are loved for their detailed descriptions of Omega University life and the emotional depth of her characters.

Colson Whitehead is a well - known author in 2016 fiction with his work 'The Underground Railroad'. Philip Pullman also stands out for 'La Belle Sauvage'.

I'm not sure of many authors specifically known for a 'tumbleweeds novel' genre. However, some Western - themed authors might touch on these elements. Larry McMurtry, for instance, in his works often describes the landscapes and the wandering life which could be related to the idea of tumbleweeds.